For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 4,462 students in Waipahu, HI.
The top-ranked public high schools in Waipahu, HI are Hawaii Technology Academy - Pcs and Waipahu High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waipahu, HI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Hawaii public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in Waipahu have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Hawaii public high schools.
Waipahu, HI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is more than the Hawaii average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hawaii Technology Academy - Pcs, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Hawaii or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Hawaii public high school average of 88% (majority Asian).
Best Public High Schools in Waipahu, HI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hawaii Technology Academy - Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
94-450 Mokuola St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 676-5444
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 676-5444
Gr: K-12 | 1,924 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Waipahu High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
94-1211 Farrington Hwy
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0222
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0222
Gr: 9-12 | 2,538 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Waipahu, HI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Waipahu, HI include Hawaii Technology Academy - Pcs and Waipahu High School.
How many public high schools are located in Waipahu?
2 public high schools are located in Waipahu.
What is the racial composition of students in Waipahu?
Waipahu public high schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Hawaii public high schools average of 88% (majority Asian).
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