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3 schools in Waimea

Hawaii · Public K-12

3 public-school campuses operate inside Waimea, with roughly 1,191 K-12 students enrolled (1 middle and 1 high).

7-year change in Waimea

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,191
+158 (+15%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Niihau High & Elementary SchoolCombinedPK-1213
Waimea Canyon Middle SchoolMiddle06-08467
Waimea High SchoolHigh09-12711

About Waimea

Across Waimea, Hawaii, 3 public schools educates about 1,191 students between them.

On the school-mix side, the city comprises 1 middle, 1 high, and 1 other.

Schools in Waimea average about 397 students each, 30% lower than the Hawaii norm.

Over the past 7-year window. Total public-school enrollment in Waimea has expanded 15% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 1,033 students to 1,191.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Waimea discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Waimea?
Waimea, Hawaii has 3 public K-12 schools serving approximately 1,191 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Waimea?
Waimea has 1 middle, 1 high, 1 combined-grade public schools.
What is the largest public school in Waimea?
Waimea High School is the largest public school in Waimea by enrollment, with approximately 711 students.
What school districts serve Waimea?
Waimea public schools are operated by Hawaii Department of Education.
What grade levels do public schools in Waimea cover?
Public schools in Waimea serve students from pre-K through grade 12.