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Best 96816 Hawaii Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,717 students in 96816, HI (there are 7 private schools, serving 2,368 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in 96816, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96816, HI are Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School, Hokulani Elementary School and Kaimuki Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96816 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96816, HI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).

Best 96816, HI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
4945 Kilauea Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 733-4740
Gr: PK-5 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Hokulani Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
2940 Kamakini St
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 733-4789
Gr: PK-5 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Kaimuki Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
631 18th Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 733-4800
Gr: 6-8 | 1,019 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
King Liholiho Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3430 Maunaloa Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 733-4850
Gr: PK-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Kahala Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4559 Kilauea Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 733-8455
Gr: PK-5 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
Aliiolani Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1240 7th Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 733-4750
Gr: PK-5 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Waialae Elementary - Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1045 19th Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 733-4880
Gr: PK-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #88.
Anuenue School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2528 10th Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 733-8465
Gr: PK-12 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
William P Jarrett Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1903 Palolo Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 733-4888
Gr: 6-8 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1010.
Kaimuki High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2705 Kaimuki Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 733-4900
Gr: 9-12 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1111.
Palolo Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2106 10th Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 733-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 96816, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in 96816, HI include Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School, Hokulani Elementary School and Kaimuki Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 96816?
11 public schools are located in 96816.
What percentage of students in 96816 go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in 96816 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96816?
96816 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).

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