Wai驶anae High School is a public, coeducational secondary school in the City and County of Honolulu, Hawaii, United States, on the leeward coast of the island of O驶ahu. The school about 40 miles northwest of central Honolulu CDP.
Serving 1,643 students in grades 9-12, Waianae High 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 9% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waianae High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Waianae High School's student population of 1,643 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,643 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Blue, Red
School Rankings
Waianae High 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 High School is 0.66, 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
#280 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
24%
Hispanic
26%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
3%
11%
Hawaiian
50%
25%
Two or more races
13%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Searider
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waianae High School's ranking?
Waianae High School is ranked #280 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waianae High School often compared to?
Waianae High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waipahu High School, Waialua High & Intermediate School, Kamaile Academy Pcs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waianae High School?
The graduation rate of Waianae High School is 79%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Waianae High School?
1,643 students attend Waianae High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Waianae High School students are Hawaiian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waianae High School?
Waianae High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waianae High School offer ?
Waianae High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waianae High School part of?
Waianae High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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