Serving 854 students in grades 6-8, Waiakea 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 27% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 854 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waiakea Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Waiakea Intermediate School's student population of 854 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
854 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waiakea 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 Waiakea Intermediate School is 0.77, 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
#193 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
24%
Hispanic
26%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
5%
11%
Hawaiian
27%
25%
Two or more races
25%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waiakea Intermediate School's ranking?
Waiakea Intermediate School is ranked #193 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Waiakea Intermediate School often compared to?
Waiakea Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hilo Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Waiakea Intermediate School?
854 students attend Waiakea Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Waiakea Intermediate School students are Hawaiian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waiakea Intermediate School?
Waiakea Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waiakea Intermediate School offer ?
Waiakea Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Waiakea Intermediate School part of?
Waiakea Intermediate School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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