Best 96701 Hawaii Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,190 students in 96701, HI (there are 4 private schools, serving 581 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 96701, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96701, HI are Pearl Ridge Elementary School, Gustav H Webling Elementary School and Waimalu Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96701 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96701, HI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).

Best 96701, HI Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pearl Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
98-940 Moanalua Rd
Aiea, HI 96701
(808) 483-7250
Gr: PK-6 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Gustav H Webling Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
99-370 Paihi St
Aiea, HI 96701
(808) 483-7240
Gr: PK-6 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
Waimalu Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
98-825 Moanalua Rd
Aiea, HI 96701
(808) 483-7210
Gr: PK-6 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Alvah A Scott Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
98-1230 Moanalua Rd
Aiea, HI 96701
(808) 483-7220
Gr: PK-6 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Aiea Intermediate School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
99-600 Kulawea St
Aiea, HI 96701
(808) 483-7230
Gr: 7-8 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #66.
Aiea High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
98-1276 Ulune St
Aiea, HI 96701
(808) 483-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 865 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Aiea Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
99-370 Moanalua Rd
Aiea, HI 96701
(808) 483-7200
Gr: PK-6 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 96701, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in 96701, HI include Pearl Ridge Elementary School, Gustav H Webling Elementary School and Waimalu Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96701?
7 public schools are located in 96701.
What percentage of students in 96701 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 96701 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96701?
96701 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).

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