Serving 1,147 students in grades 7-8, Waipahu Intermediate 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 30% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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 Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waipahu Intermediate School's student population of 1,147 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
Campus Size
10
School Motto
We Inspire Success... Every time. Everywhere. Everything.
School Rankings
Waipahu Intermediate 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 Waipahu Intermediate School is 0.59, 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
#163 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
60%
24%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
1%
11%
Hawaiian
20%
25%
Two or more races
10%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Intermediate School's ranking?
Waipahu Intermediate School is ranked #163 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waipahu Intermediate School often compared to?
Waipahu Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aiea Intermediate School, Highlands Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Waipahu Intermediate School?
1,147 students attend Waipahu Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Waipahu Intermediate School students are Asian, 20% of students are Hawaiian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waipahu Intermediate School?
Waipahu Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waipahu Intermediate School offer ?
Waipahu Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waipahu Intermediate School part of?
Waipahu Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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