WAIPAHU HIGH SCHOOL
Waipahu High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Hawaii Department of Education school district, located in Waipahu, HI with about 2,554 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 156 teachers, Waipahu High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 High School, located in Waipahu, Hawaii, is a prominent public secondary school serving the Leeward District of Oahu. Known for its strong sense of community and school spirit, the institution plays a central role in the lives of the local population. The school is particularly recognized for its commitment to college and career readiness, often implementing innovative programs that bridge the gap between high school curriculum and professional industry expectations.
Beyond its academic focus, Waipahu High School is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular offerings, including competitive athletic programs, student leadership organizations, and a variety of clubs that cater to diverse student interests. As a cornerstone of the Waipahu community, the school emphasizes a culture of inclusivity and resilience, striving to prepare its students—often referred to as the "Marauders"—for success in higher education and the global workforce.
For more information, contact Waipahu High School at (808) 675-0222 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0222
WAIPAHU HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Waipahu, HI with about 2,554 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Hawaii
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Hawaii Department of Education
- Total Students:
- 2,554
- Teachers:
- 156.5
- 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
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 2,554 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WAIPAHU HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Asian, representing about 71% of the student body.
- Asian
- 70.6%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 20.9%
- Two or more races
- 4.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.6%
- White
- 1.0%
- Black or African American
- 0.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.7%
- Male
- 51.3%
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.