Serving 515 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Waikele Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waikele Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Waikele Elementary School's student population of 515 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
515 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Rankings
Waikele Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waikele Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#51 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
42%
24%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
2%
1%
White
2%
11%
Hawaiian
17%
25%
Two or more races
24%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waikele Elementary School's ranking?
Waikele Elementary School is ranked #51 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waikele Elementary School often compared to?
Waikele Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kanoelani Elementary School, Momilani Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Waikele Elementary School?
515 students attend Waikele Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Waikele Elementary School students are Asian, 24% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Hawaiian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waikele Elementary School?
Waikele Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waikele Elementary School offer ?
Waikele Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waikele Elementary School part of?
Waikele Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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