Best Schools in Waimanalo, Hawaii
3 schools · 3 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Waimanalo by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Blanche Pope Elementary School
Elementary · Hawaii Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Malama Honua Charter School
Elementary · Hawaii Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School
Elementary · Hawaii Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Waimanalo for 2026 are Blanche Pope Elementary School (3.9/10), Malama Honua Charter School (3.6/10), and Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School (3.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
3.5
out of 10
Median Home
$746,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
3.5
out of 10
Median Home
$746,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Waimanalo
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blanche Pope Elementary School | 3.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Malama Honua Charter School | 3.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School | 3.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 3.5/10
- Median household income
- $118,365
- Median home value
- $746,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Waimanalo compares
Hawaii rank
#28 of 29
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-2.8
below Hawaii avg (6.3)
Median household income
$118k
127% of Hawaii median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Waimanalo, Hawaii
Waimanalo, Hawaii is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 3.5 out of 10, schools in Waimanalo face significant challenges 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 Waimanalo is Blanche Pope Elementary School with a composite score of 3.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Waimanalo is served by 1 school district: Hawaii Department of Education. These districts collectively serve 169,308 students.
Waimanalo's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $118,365. The poverty rate in the area is 10.0%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 211 students · Pre-K–6th | 3.9 |
| 2 | 166 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.6 |
| 3 | 357 students · Pre-K–8th | 3.1 |
Schools in Waimanalo
Waimanalo, Hawaii · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$118,365
Median Home Value
$746,700
Median Rent
$1,710/mo
Population
10,315
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
10.0%
Community Profile
Waimanalo has a median household income of $118,365. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $746,700, with a median rent of $1,710/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.0%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Hawaii
- Elementary
- 3
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Waimanalo, Hawaii
How many schools are in Waimanalo, Hawaii?
Waimanalo has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Waimanalo, Hawaii?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Waimanalo is 3.5 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 Waimanalo, Hawaii?
The top-ranked school in Waimanalo on MySchoolScout is Blanche Pope Elementary School with a composite score of 3.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Waimanalo, Hawaii?
The top-ranked elementary school in Waimanalo on MySchoolScout is Blanche Pope Elementary School with a composite score of 3.9/10.
How many school districts serve Waimanalo, Hawaii?
Waimanalo is served by 1 school district: Hawaii Department of Education.
What is the education level in Waimanalo, Hawaii?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Waimanalo have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Waimanalo, Hawaii?
The median household income in Waimanalo is approximately $118,365 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Waimanalo, Hawaii?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Waimanalo is 13.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Waimanalo, 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.