Serving 2,516 students in grades 9-12, Waipahu 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 24% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,516 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waipahu High School's student population of 2,516 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 162 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Marauder
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,516 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
162 teachers
Year Founded
1938
School Calendar
School Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Waipahu 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 Waipahu High School is 0.57, 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
#135 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
62%
24%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
1%
11%
Hawaiian
17%
25%
Two or more races
10%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Waipahu High School's ranking?
Waipahu High School is ranked #135 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waipahu High School often compared to?
Waipahu High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Campbell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waipahu High School?
The graduation rate of Waipahu High School is 86%, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Waipahu High School?
2,516 students attend Waipahu High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Waipahu High School students are Asian, 17% of students are Hawaiian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waipahu High School?
Waipahu High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waipahu High School offer ?
Waipahu High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waipahu High School part of?
Waipahu High School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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