Waipahu High School is located at 94-1211 Farrington Highway in Waipahu on the island of Oʻahu in the state of Hawaiʻi. Waipahu High School was founded in 1938 under the Session Laws of 1937 and Act 191 of 1938. The first graduates of Waipahu High School were from the class of 1941.
Serving 2,538 students in grades 9-12, Waipahu High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,538 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waipahu High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Waipahu High School's student population of 2,538 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 161 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,538 students
Total Classroom Teachers
161 teachers
Year Founded
1938
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
My Voice. My Choice. My Future.
School Rankings
Waipahu High School ranks within the top 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waipahu High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.80. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#119 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
62%
24%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
1%
11%
Hawaiian
16%
25%
Two or more races
11%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Marauder
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waipahu High School's ranking?
Waipahu High School is ranked #119 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waipahu High School?
The graduation rate of Waipahu High School is 84%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Waipahu High School?
2,538 students attend Waipahu High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Waipahu High School students are Asian, 16% of students are Hawaiian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waipahu High School?
Waipahu High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waipahu High School offer ?
Waipahu High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waipahu High School part of?
Waipahu High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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