Leilehua High School vs Waianae High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Hawaii, United States, 20 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Leilehua High School
Wahiawa · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,521 students
Waianae High School
Waianae · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,551 students
| Measure | Leilehua High School Wahiawa, Hawaii | Waianae High School Waianae, Hawaii |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #26 of 41 | #41 of 41 |
| National rank | #9110 of 16,910 | #15034 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,521 | 1,551 |
| Enrollment | 1,521 | 1,551 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.8% | 61.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 3% |
| city | Wahiawa | Waianae |
| state | Hawaii | Hawaii |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Leilehua High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.3 vs 21.5).
- •Leilehua High School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 3%).
- •Leilehua High School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 15%).
- •Leilehua High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.8% vs 61.6%).
- •Waianae High School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.5).
- •Waianae High School is the larger school with 1,551 students compared with 1,521.
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 Leilehua High School better than Waianae High School?
On the Success Index (US), Leilehua High School ranks higher (47.3 vs 21.5 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 Leilehua High School and Waianae High School?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Wahiawa and Waianae in Hawaii.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Leilehua High School: 1,521. Waianae High School: 1,551. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Leilehua High School and Waianae High School rank in Hawaii?
Leilehua High School is 26th of 41 and Waianae High School is 41st of 41 among high schools in Hawaii on the 2025 Success Index (US).