James Campbell High School vs Waipahu High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Hawaii, United States, 8.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Campbell High School
Ewa Beach · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,890 students
Waipahu High School
Waipahu · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,538 students
| Measure | James Campbell High School Ewa Beach, Hawaii | Waipahu High School Waipahu, Hawaii |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #20 of 41 | #24 of 41 |
| National rank | #8387 of 16,910 | #8752 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,890 | 2,538 |
| Enrollment | 2,890 | 2,538 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.3% | 49% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 34% |
| city | Ewa Beach | Waipahu |
| state | Hawaii | Hawaii |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Campbell High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.0 vs 48.6).
- •Waipahu High School does better on math proficiency (34% vs 22%).
- •James Campbell High School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 57%).
- •James Campbell High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.3% vs 49%).
- •James Campbell High School does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 15.8).
- •James Campbell High School is the larger school with 2,890 students compared with 2,538.
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 James Campbell High School better than Waipahu High School?
On the Success Index (US), James Campbell High School ranks higher (50.0 vs 48.6 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 James Campbell High School and Waipahu High School?
About 8.3 km in a straight line, between Ewa Beach and Waipahu in Hawaii.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Campbell High School: 2,890. Waipahu High School: 2,538. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Campbell High School and Waipahu High School rank in Hawaii?
James Campbell High School is 20th of 41 and Waipahu High School is 24th of 41 among high schools in Hawaii on the 2025 Success Index (US).