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Best 96766 Hawaii Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,286 students in 96766, HI (there are 2 private schools, serving 548 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 96766, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96766, HI are King Kaumualii Elementary School, Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School and Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96766 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96766, HI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).

Best 96766, HI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
King Kaumualii Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4381 Hanamaulu Rd
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 241-3150
Gr: PK-5 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4319 Hardy St
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 274-3150
Gr: PK-5 | 743 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
4431 Nuhou St
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 241-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 826 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Kauai High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3577 Lala Rd
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 274-3160
Gr: 9-12 | 1,016 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
Kawaikini - Ncpcs
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3-1821 J Kaumualii Hwy
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 632-2032
Gr: K-12 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 96766, HI?
How many public schools are located in 96766?
5 public schools are located in 96766.
What percentage of students in 96766 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 96766 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96766?
96766 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).

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