Aiea High School vs Waimalu Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Hawaii, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aiea High School
Aiea · Public high · Grades 9–12
865 students
Waimalu Elementary School
Aiea · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
312 students
| Measure | Aiea High School Aiea, Hawaii | Waimalu Elementary School Aiea, Hawaii |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #29 of 41 | #97 of 182 |
| National rank | #9898 of 16,910 | #21907 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 865 | 312 |
| Enrollment | 865 | 312 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.8% | 50% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 41% |
| city | Aiea | Aiea |
| state | Hawaii | Hawaii |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Waimalu Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.7 vs 44.1).
- •Waimalu Elementary School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 21%).
- •Aiea High School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 52%).
- •Aiea High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.8% vs 50%).
- •Waimalu Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 14.7).
- •Aiea High School is the larger school with 865 students compared with 312.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Aiea High School better than Waimalu Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Waimalu Elementary School ranks higher (54.7 vs 44.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Aiea High School and Waimalu Elementary School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Aiea and Aiea in Hawaii.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aiea High School: 865. Waimalu Elementary School: 312. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aiea High School and Waimalu Elementary School rank in Hawaii?
Aiea High School is 29th of 41 and Waimalu Elementary School is 97th of 182 among high schools in Hawaii on the 2025 Success Index (US).