Serving 1,217 students in grades 9-12, Waiakea 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 34% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 30% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waiakea High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Waiakea High School's student population of 1,217 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Warrior
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
School Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Waiakea 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 Waiakea High School is 0.79, 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
#92 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
24%
Hispanic
23%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
9%
11%
Hawaiian
26%
25%
Two or more races
21%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waiakea High School's ranking?
Waiakea High School is ranked #92 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waiakea High School often compared to?
Waiakea High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hilo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waiakea High School?
The graduation rate of Waiakea High School is 90%, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Waiakea High School?
1,217 students attend Waiakea High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Waiakea High School students are Hawaiian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waiakea High School?
Waiakea High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waiakea High School offer ?
Waiakea High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waiakea High School part of?
Waiakea High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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