Serving 642 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mililani Waena Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mililani Waena Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mililani Waena Elementary School's student population of 642 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
642 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mililani Waena Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mililani Waena Elementary School is 0.77, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.80. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#37 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
22%
24%
Hispanic
26%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
6%
11%
Hawaiian
13%
25%
Two or more races
32%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mililani Waena Elementary School's ranking?
Mililani Waena Elementary School is ranked #37 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Mililani Waena Elementary School often compared to?
Mililani Waena Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mililani Ike Elementary School, Mililani Uka Elementary School, Mililani Mauka Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Mililani Waena Elementary School?
642 students attend Mililani Waena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Mililani Waena Elementary School students are Two or more races, 26% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hawaiian, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mililani Waena Elementary School?
Mililani Waena Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mililani Waena Elementary School offer ?
Mililani Waena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mililani Waena Elementary School part of?
Mililani Waena Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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