Best Schools in Waikoloa, Hawaii
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School
Elementary · Hawaii Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$686,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$686,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Waikoloa
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School | 4.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.8/10
- Median household income
- $90,545
- Median home value
- $686,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Waikoloa compares
Median household income
$91k
97% of Hawaii median
About Schools in Waikoloa, Hawaii
Waikoloa, Hawaii is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.8 out of 10, schools in Waikoloa show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Waikoloa is Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School with a composite score of 4.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Waikoloa is served by 1 school district: Hawaii Department of Education. These districts collectively serve 169,308 students.
Waikoloa's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $90,545. The poverty rate in the area is 7.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 728 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.8 |
Schools in Waikoloa
Waikoloa, Hawaii · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$90,545
Median Home Value
$686,700
Median Rent
$2,251/mo
Population
7,407
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Community Profile
Waikoloa has a median household income of $90,545. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $686,700, with a median rent of $2,251/month. The local poverty rate of 7.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Hawaii
- Elementary
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Waikoloa, Hawaii
How many schools are in Waikoloa, Hawaii?
Waikoloa has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Waikoloa, Hawaii?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Waikoloa is 4.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Waikoloa, Hawaii?
The top-ranked school in Waikoloa on MySchoolScout is Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Waikoloa, Hawaii?
The top-ranked elementary school in Waikoloa on MySchoolScout is Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
How many school districts serve Waikoloa, Hawaii?
Waikoloa is served by 1 school district: Hawaii Department of Education.
What is the education level in Waikoloa, Hawaii?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in Waikoloa have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Waikoloa, Hawaii?
The median household income in Waikoloa is approximately $90,545 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Waikoloa, Hawaii?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Waikoloa is 12.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Waikoloa, Hawaii?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Hawaii Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.