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Best 96768 Hawaii Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,079 students in 96768, HI (there are 5 private schools, serving 2,028 private students). 60% of all K-12 students in 96768, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96768, HI are Pukalani Elementary School, King Kekaulike High School and Makawao Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96768 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96768, HI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).

Best 96768, HI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pukalani Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2945 Iolani St
Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 573-8760
Gr: PK-5 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
King Kekaulike High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
121 Kula Hwy
Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 573-8710
Gr: 9-12 | 1,217 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #33.
Makawao Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3542 Baldwin Ave
Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 573-8770
Gr: PK-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
120 Makani Rd
Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 573-8735
Gr: 6-8 | 944 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 96768, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in 96768, HI include Pukalani Elementary School, King Kekaulike High School and Makawao Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96768?
4 public schools are located in 96768.
What percentage of students in 96768 go to public school?
60% of all K-12 students in 96768 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96768?
96768 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).

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