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#249 of 292 schools in HI

Waianae Intermediate School

Middle School · Hawaii Department of Education

85-626 Farrington Hwy, Waianae, HI 96792

Enrollment

785

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

4.2

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Hawaii schools

#249 of 292

In Waianae

#6 of 11

public schools

In district

#249 of 292

Hawaii Department of Education

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Waianae Intermediate School

4.2/10

Middle School in Waianae · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Waianae Intermediate School

Waianae Intermediate School is a public middle school in Waianae, HI, part of Hawaii Department of Education. Waianae Intermediate School serves approximately 785 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Waianae Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #249 of 292 schools in HI.

Structured state assessment records for Waianae Intermediate School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • HI avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Waianae Intermediate School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment6.3Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,056
Chronic Absenteeism42.3%

Waianae Intermediate School — Students at Waianae Intermediate School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores HI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 23.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from HI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
35%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
39%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
39%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
18%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
8%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
8%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
27%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.

How Waianae Intermediate School Compares

See how Waianae Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
15th percentile in HI
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.3%

Location

85-626 Farrington Hwy, Waianae, HI 96792

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Waianae Intermediate School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Waialua Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Waialua), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mauka Lani Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Kapolei), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Waialua High & Intermediate School (rated 7.2/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Waialua), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waianae, see our Waianae schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Kamaile Academy PCS Waianae 0.3 mi 4.9
Waianae High School Waianae 0.5 mi 4.0
Waianae Elementary School Waianae 0.7 mi 3.3
ADVENTIST MALAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waianae 1.1 mi 4.4
ARK OF SAFETY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waianae 1.3 mi
Leihoku Elementary School Waianae 1.5 mi 5.1
Makaha Elementary School Waianae 1.8 mi 4.1
Maili Elementary School Waianae 2.6 mi 4.9
MAILI BIBLE SCHOOL Waianae 2.7 mi 4.3
Nanaikapono Elementary School Waianae 5.7 mi 4.1
Nanakuli Elementary School Waianae 5.9 mi 4.5
Ka Waihona o ka Naauao - PCS Waianae 5.9 mi 3.2
Nanakuli High & Intermediate School Waianae 5.9 mi 5.1
Sergeant Samuel K Solomon Elementary School Wahiawa 8.1 mi 6.9
Waialua High & Intermediate School Waialua 8.8 mi 7.2
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Waialua 9.2 mi 6.8
Waialua Elementary School Waialua 9.6 mi 7.9
Daniel K Inouye Elementary School Wahiawa 9.3 mi 6.7
Mauka Lani Elementary School Kapolei 9.6 mi 7.4
Makakilo Elementary School Kapolei 10.2 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 96792 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,927

Median Home Value

$551,400

Median Rent

$1,820/mo

Population

49,879

College Educated

15.8%

Homeownership

61.3%

Avg Commute

42.9 min

Poverty Rate

18.3%

Median Age

34.3

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Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School Kaneohe, HI 4.1
Lokelani Intermediate School Kihei, HI 4.4
Wahiawa Middle School Wahiawa, HI 4.0
Iao Intermediate School Wailuku, HI 4.5
Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School Honolulu, HI 4.6
Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School Makawao, HI 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Waianae Intermediate School

What grades does Waianae Intermediate School serve?

Waianae Intermediate School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Waianae Intermediate School?

Waianae Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 785 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Waianae Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Waianae Intermediate School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Waianae Intermediate School rank in HI?

Waianae Intermediate School ranks #249 of 292 schools in HI.

What is Waianae Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Waianae Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Waianae Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Waianae Intermediate School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Waianae Intermediate School a charter school?

No, Waianae Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Waianae Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Waianae Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waianae Intermediate School?

73.6% of students at Waianae Intermediate School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
785
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Honolulu County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.3%

District

Hawaii Department of Education
District Enrollment
169,308
Schools in District
295
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,056
District Rank
#249 of 292

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