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Best 96744 Hawaii Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 4,237 students in 96744, HI (there are 5 private schools, serving 633 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 96744, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96744, HI are Kapunahala Elementary School, Kaneohe Elementary School and Ahuimanu Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96744 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96744, HI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).

Best 96744, HI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kapunahala Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
45-828 Anoi Rd
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5650
Gr: PK-6 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Kaneohe Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
45-495 Kamehameha Hwy
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5633
Gr: PK-6 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Ahuimanu Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
47-470 Hui Aeko Pl
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 239-3125
Gr: PK-6 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
45-259 Waikalua Rd
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5686
Gr: PK-6 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Heeia Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
46-202 Haiku Rd
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5677
Gr: PK-6 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Castle High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
45-386 Kaneohe Bay Dr
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 997 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
Waiahole Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
48-215 Waiahole Valley Rd
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 239-3111
Gr: PK-6 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
46-155 Kamehameha Hwy
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5727
Gr: 7-8 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #99.
Puohala Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
45-233 Kulauli St
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5660
Gr: PK-8 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Hakipuu Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
45-720 Keaahala Rd, Cottage #1
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 235-9155
Gr: 5-12 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1111.
Kahaluu Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
47-280 Waihee Rd
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 239-3101
Gr: PK-6 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1212.
Ke Kula O Samuel M Kamakau - A Laboratory Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
46-500 Kuneki St
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 235-9175
Gr: PK-12 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 96744, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in 96744, HI include Kapunahala Elementary School, Kaneohe Elementary School and Ahuimanu Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96744?
12 public schools are located in 96744.
What percentage of students in 96744 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 96744 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96744?
96744 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).

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