For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,964 students in 96818, HI (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,033 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 96818, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96818, HI are Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School, Admiral Chester W Nimitz Elementary School and Aliamanu Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96818 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96818, HI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96818, HI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Manzelman Cir
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4148
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4148
Gr: PK-6 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Admiral Chester W Nimitz Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
520 Main St
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4165
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4165
Gr: PK-6 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Aliamanu Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3265 Salt Lake Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4280
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4280
Gr: PK-6 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 C Ave
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4245
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4245
Gr: PK-6 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
Salt Lake Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1131 Ala Lilikoi St
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 831-7870
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 831-7870
Gr: PK-6 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Makalapa Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4435 Salt Lake Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4110
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4110
Gr: PK-6 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #77.
Aliamanu Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3271 Salt Lake Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4100
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4100
Gr: 7-8 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #88.
Admiral Arthur W Radford High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4361 Salt Lake Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4200
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,227 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #99.
Pearl Harbor Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Moanalua Ridge
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4130
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4130
Gr: PK-6 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #1010.
Mokulele Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
250 Aupaka St
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4180
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4180
Gr: PK-6 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 96818, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in 96818, HI include Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School, Admiral Chester W Nimitz Elementary School and Aliamanu Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96818?
10 public schools are located in 96818.
What percentage of students in 96818 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 96818 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96818?
96818 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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