WAIKELE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Waikele Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Hawaii Department of Education school district, located in Waipahu, HI with about 597 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 40 teachers, Waikele 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.

Waikele Elementary School, located in the residential community of Waipahu, Hawaii, serves a diverse student population in grades K-5. The school is part of the Hawaii Department of Education and is well-regarded for its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional growth of its students. The campus serves as a central hub for the local neighborhood, maintaining a strong sense of community and parent involvement, which are key pillars of the school's culture.

Academically, Waikele Elementary focuses on preparing students for success through a balanced curriculum that incorporates modern instructional strategies and technology. Beyond standard classroom instruction, the school often promotes enrichment programs, extracurricular activities, and initiatives aimed at character development. By encouraging a collaborative relationship between educators, families, and the surrounding Waipahu community, the school strives to ensure that every student has the tools and resources necessary to thrive in their transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Waikele Elementary School at (808) 677-6100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

94-1035 Kukula St
Waipahu, HI 96797
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WAIKELE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Waipahu, HI with about 597 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Hawaii

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
597
Teachers:
40
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I 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 597 students

Asian
46.4%
Two or more races
20.4%
Hispanic/Latino
15.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
13.7%
White
2.8%
Black or African American
1.5%

Female
45.4%
Male
54.6%

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.