Serving 728 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Waikoloa Elementary And Middle 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 28% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 728 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School's student population of 728 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
728 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Waikoloa Elementary And Middle 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 Waikoloa Elementary And Middle 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
#180 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
24%
Hispanic
24%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
17%
11%
Hawaiian
29%
25%
Two or more races
20%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School's ranking?
Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School is ranked #180 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School often compared to?
Waikoloa Elementary And Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waiakeawaena Elementary School, Waiakea Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School?
728 students attend Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School students are Hawaiian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are White, and 10% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School?
Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School offer ?
Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School part of?
Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Fall Break (Events)
October 06, 2025 (Monday)
Christmas Day - School Closed (Events)
December 25, 2025 (Thursday)
New Year's Day - School Closed (Events)
January 01, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break (Events)
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day for Students (Events)
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
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