Serving 745 students in grades 7-8, Waianae Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 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 13% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 745 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waianae Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Waianae Intermediate School's student population of 745 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
745 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
To achieve excellence in all that we do - E Po'okela!
School Rankings
Waianae Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waianae Intermediate School is 0.67, 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
#282 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
24%
Hispanic
29%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
2%
11%
Hawaiian
48%
25%
Two or more races
14%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waianae Intermediate School's ranking?
Waianae Intermediate School is ranked #282 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Waianae Intermediate School?
745 students attend Waianae Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Waianae Intermediate School students are Hawaiian, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waianae Intermediate School?
Waianae Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waianae Intermediate School offer ?
Waianae Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waianae Intermediate School part of?
Waianae Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
View the Waianae Intermediate School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break
October 05, 2026 (Monday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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