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Best 96797 Hawaii Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 10,099 students in 96797, HI (there are 5 private schools, serving 908 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 96797, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96797, HI are Kanoelani Elementary School, Waikele Elementary School and August Ahrens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96797 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96797, HI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 96797, HI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kanoelani Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
94-1091 Oli Lp
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0195
Gr: PK-6 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Waikele Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
94-1035 Kukula St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 677-6100
Gr: PK-6 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
August Ahrens Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
94-1170 Waipahu St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0202
Gr: PK-6 | 1,152 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #44.
Hawaii Technology Academy - Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
94-450 Mokuola St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 676-5444
Gr: K-12 | 1,924 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #55.
Waipahu High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
94-1211 Farrington Hwy
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0222
Gr: 9-12 | 2,538 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Kaleiopuu Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
94-665 Kaaholo St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0266
Gr: PK-6 | 727 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Waipahu Intermediate School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
94-455 Farrington Hwy
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0177
Gr: 7-8 | 1,113 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Honowai Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
94-600 Honowai St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0165
Gr: PK-6 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #99.
Waipahu Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
94-465 Waipahu St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0150
Gr: PK-6 | 827 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 96797, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in 96797, HI include Kanoelani Elementary School, Waikele Elementary School and August Ahrens Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96797?
9 public schools are located in 96797.
What percentage of students in 96797 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 96797 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96797?
96797 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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