For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,423 students in 96813, HI (there are 5 private schools, serving 836 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 96813, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96813, HI are Pauoa Elementary School, President Abraham Lincoln Elementary School and Royal Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96813 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96813, HI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96813, HI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pauoa Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2301 Pauoa Rd
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 587-4500
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 587-4500
Gr: PK-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
President Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
615 Auwaiolimu St
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 587-4480
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 587-4480
Gr: PK-5 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Royal Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1519 Queen Emma St
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 587-4510
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 587-4510
Gr: PK-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
49 Funchal St
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 587-4430
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 587-4430
Gr: 6-8 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1302 Queen Emma St
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 587-4400
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 587-4400
Gr: 6-8 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 96813, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in 96813, HI include Pauoa Elementary School, President Abraham Lincoln Elementary School and Royal Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96813?
6 public schools are located in 96813.
What percentage of students in 96813 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 96813 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96813?
96813 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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