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Best 96753 Hawaii Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,595 students in 96753, HI (there are 1 private school, serving 61 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 96753, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96753, HI are Kamalii Elementary School, Kihei Elementary School and Kihei Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96753 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96753, HI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).

Best 96753, HI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kamalii Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
180 Kealii Alanui
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6840
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Kihei Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
250 E Lipoa St
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6818
Gr: PK-5 | 727 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Kihei Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
650 Lipoa Pkwy
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-0700
Gr: K-12 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Lokelani Intermediate School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1401 Liloa Dr
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6800
Gr: 6-8 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: n/an/a
Kulanihakoi High School
901 Piilani Hwy
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 727-6700
Gr: 9-11 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 74%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 96753, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in 96753, HI include Kamalii Elementary School, Kihei Elementary School and Kihei Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 96753?
5 public schools are located in 96753.
What percentage of students in 96753 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 96753 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96753?
96753 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).

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