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11 schools in Waianae

Hawaii · Public K-12

Public K-12 schools in Waianae, Hawaii total 11, collectively serving roughly 8,103 students (an average of about 737 per campus).

7-year change in Waianae

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
8,103
-1,132 (-12%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
11
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Ka Waihona o ka Naauao - PCSElementaryKG-08707
Kamaile Academy PCSCombinedPK-12919
Leihoku Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-06756
Maili Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-06609
Makaha Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-06409
Nanaikapono Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-06688
Nanakuli Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-06384
Nanakuli High & Intermediate SchoolHigh07-12928
Waianae Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-06407
Waianae High SchoolHigh09-121,551
Waianae Intermediate SchoolMiddle07-08745

About Waianae

Waianae is a medium-population Hawaii city in terms of public-school footprint, with 11 schools and 8,103 students total.

Looking at the level breakdown, the city spans 7 elementary, 1 middle, 2 high, and 1 other.

Average school size in Waianae is around 737 students, 31% higher than the Hawaii average of about 564.

Looking at the last 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Waianae has shrank 12% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 9,235 students to 8,103.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Waianae discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Waianae?
Waianae, Hawaii has 11 public K-12 schools serving approximately 8,103 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Waianae?
Waianae has 7 elementary, 1 middle, 2 high, 1 combined-grade public schools.
What is the largest public school in Waianae?
Waianae High School is the largest public school in Waianae by enrollment, with approximately 1,551 students.
What school districts serve Waianae?
Waianae public schools are operated by Hawaii Department of Education.
What grade levels do public schools in Waianae cover?
Public schools in Waianae serve students from pre-K through grade 12.
Are there charter schools in Waianae?
2 of the 11 public schools in Waianae are charter schools.