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Waiakea High School

155 W Kawili St, Hilo, HI 96720, United States
+1 (808) 974-4888
5.2
Overall Rating

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Waiakea High School Overview

About This School

Waiakea High School is a public high in Hilo, Hawaii, serving 1,183 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 69% proficiency in ELA and 34% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1 with 77 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $73,922. Guidance services are supported by a ratio of 197 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 52% female and 48% male students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 24% Hispanic, 21% Two or More Races, 20% Asian, and 9% White students.

1,183
Total Students
Grade 9-12
15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
77 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts69%
Mathematics34%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Hawaii County
Students per Counselor
197:1

Waiakea High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

69%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 47%State Avg: 50%
34%
Mathematics
City Avg: 34%State Avg: 38%
N/A
Science

Class Information

15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 13.3:1
State Avg: 13.4:1
197
Students per Counselor

Waiakea High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
77

Average Teacher Salary

$73,922
City Avg: $73,922
State Avg: $73,922

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Students per Counselor197:1

Waiakea High School Student Demographics

Student Body

47.51%
Male
52.49%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,183 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White8.62%
Hispanic23.92%
Asian20.37%
Black0.42%
Two or More Races20.54%
Native American0.08%

Waiakea High School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Waiakea High School

Q: What is Waiakea High School?

A: Waiakea High School is a high public located in Hilo.

Q: How many students attend Waiakea High School?

A: Waiakea High School has approximately 1,183 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Waiakea High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Waiakea High School is 15:1.

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Detailed Information about Waiakea High School

Waiakea High School is a public high in Hilo, Hawaii, serving 1,183 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 69% proficiency in ELA and 34% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1 with 77 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $73,922. Guidance services are supported by a ratio of 197 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 52% female and 48% male students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 24% Hispanic, 21% Two or More Races, 20% Asian, and 9% White students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Waiakea High School - Hilo, HI

Quick Facts about Waiakea High School
School NameWaiakea High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location155 W Kawili St, Hilo, HI 96720, Hilo, HI
CountyHawaii County
Phone+1 (808) 974-4888
Total Students1,183
Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Full-Time Teachers77
Rating5.2/10
ELA Proficiency69%
Math Proficiency34%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Waiakea High School

What is Waiakea High School?

Waiakea High School is a high public located in Hilo.

How many students attend Waiakea High School?

Waiakea High School has approximately 1,183 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Waiakea High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Waiakea High School is 15:1.

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