If you're relocating to Aiea or buying a home in the area, understanding the local school system is essential. Aiea is served by the 'Aiea Complex — a cluster of public schools within the Hawaii DOE's Central Oahu District. This guide covers every school from elementary through high school.

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How the 'Aiea Complex Works

Hawaii's public schools are organized by complexes — feeder systems where elementary schools funnel into a shared intermediate, then one high school. The 'Aiea Complex includes 5 elementary schools, 1 intermediate, and 1 high school. Your child's assignment depends on your home address. When buying a home in Aiea, we always confirm which school zone a property falls in.

Aiea Elementary Schools

'Aiea Elementary School

The core community school serving central Aiea, grades K–6, with an active parent-teacher community and diverse student body.

Alvah A. Scott Elementary School

Serves the Newtown area, popular with first-time buyers and military families. Conveniently located near the H-1 corridor.

Gustav H. Webling Elementary School

Serves lower Aiea and Waimalu, K–6. One of the more affordable school zones given the condo-heavy neighborhood.

Pearl Ridge Elementary School

Consistently one of the top-performing elementaries in the area with ELA proficiency around 70% and math proficiency around 63%. Homes in this zone sell at a premium.

Waimalu Elementary School

Serves the Waimalu neighborhood, K–6, with a community-oriented culture and affordable housing options nearby.

'Aiea Intermediate School (Grades 6–8)

All five elementaries feed into 'Aiea Intermediate, serving 700–900 students. The school holds a 4-star rating and offers strong academics, sports, performing arts, and STEM programs.

'Aiea High School (Grades 9–12)

'Aiea High School, home of Na Ali'i, opened in 1961 on a 15-acre campus overlooking Pearl Harbor. Key stats: 89.5% graduation rate, full WASC accreditation, ~900 students. Offers AP classes, CTE pathways, and competitive athletics.

Private and Charter School Options

Families also consider: Saint Elizabeth School (Catholic K–8 nearby), Mililani schools (see our Mililani Schools Guide), and Honolulu private schools like Punahou and 'Iolani (15–20 min via H-1).

School Zone Tips for Homebuyers

  • Always verify the zone before buying. We confirm zones for every buyer.
  • Pearl Ridge Elementary commands a premium. Budget accordingly.
  • Newtown is popular with military families for Scott Elementary and highway proximity.
  • All students converge at Aiea Intermediate and High School regardless of elementary.

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