WAIPAHU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Waipahu Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Hawaii Department of Education school district, located in Waipahu, HI with about 1,037 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 74 teachers, Waipahu Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Waipahu Elementary School, located on Waipahu Street in Waipahu, Hawaii, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Hawaii State Department of Education. As a public school situated in a historically significant plantation town, it plays a vital role in the local community, catering to a diverse student population. The school is committed to fostering academic growth and personal development while honoring the unique cultural heritage of the Waipahu area.

In addition to its core curriculum, Waipahu Elementary focuses on creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes student engagement and community connection. The school works closely with families and local stakeholders to provide students with the resources and guidance needed to succeed. Through various educational initiatives and a dedicated staff, the school strives to prepare its students to be responsible citizens and lifelong learners within the broader context of the Oahu community.

For more information, contact Waipahu Elementary School at (808) 675-0150 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

94-465 Waipahu St
Waipahu, HI 96797
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WAIPAHU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Waipahu, HI with about 1,037 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Hawaii

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,037
Teachers:
74
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,037 students

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
46.5%
Asian
35.2%
Hispanic/Latino
9.1%
Two or more races
8.8%
Black or African American
0.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%
White
0.1%

Female
47.2%
Male
52.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.