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Best 96792 Hawaii Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 8,103 students in 96792, HI (there are 3 private schools, serving 145 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 96792, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96792, HI are Leihoku Elementary School, Maili Elementary School and Makaha Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96792 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96792, HI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).

Best 96792, HI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leihoku Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
86-285 Leihoku St
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7100
Gr: PK-6 | 756 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Maili Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
87-360 Kulaaupuni St
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7150
Gr: PK-6 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Makaha Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
84-200 Ala Naauao Pl
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 695-7900
Gr: PK-6 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Nanakuli Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
89-778 Haleakala Ave
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 668-5813
Gr: PK-6 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Waianae High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
85-251 Farrington Hwy
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7017
Gr: 9-12 | 1,551 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Ka Waihona O Ka Naauao - Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
89-195 Farrington Hwy
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 668-9030
Gr: K-8 | 707 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Waianae Intermediate School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
85-626 Farrington Hwy
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7121
Gr: 7-8 | 745 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Nanakuli High & Intermediate School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
89-980 Nanakuli Ave
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 668-5823
Gr: 7-12 | 928 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Waianae Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
85-220 Mcarthur St
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7083
Gr: PK-6 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Nanaikapono Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
89-153 Mano Ave
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 668-5800
Gr: PK-6 | 688 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1111.
Kamaile Academy Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
85-180 Ala Akau St
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7110
Gr: PK-12 | 919 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 96792, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in 96792, HI include Leihoku Elementary School, Maili Elementary School and Makaha Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96792?
11 public schools are located in 96792.
What percentage of students in 96792 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 96792 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96792?
96792 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).

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