For the 2024 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,972 students in 96817, HI (there are 9 private schools, serving 8,105 private students). 42% of all K-12 students in 96817, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
The top ranked public schools in 96817, HI are Nuuanu Elementary School, Maemae Elementary School and School For Examining Essential Questions Of Sustainability. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96817 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 96817, HI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96817, HI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nuuanu Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3055 Puiwa Ln
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 595-5422
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 595-5422
Grades: PK-5
| 338 students
Rank: #22.
Maemae Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
319 Wyllie St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 595-5400
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 595-5400
Grades: PK-5
| 659 students
Rank: #33.
School For Examining Essential Questions Of Sustainability
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1728 Nuuanu Ave
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 677-3377
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 677-3377
Grades: 6-8
| 182 students
Rank: #44.
Lanakila Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
717 North Kuakini St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 587-4466
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 587-4466
Grades: PK-5
| 353 students
Rank: #55.
Kapalama Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1601 North School St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3290
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3290
Grades: PK-5
| 529 students
Rank: #66.
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1564 North King St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3600
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3600
Grades: 9-12
| 2,339 students
Rank: #77.
Kalihi Kai Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
626 Mcneill St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3322
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3322
Grades: PK-5
| 538 students
Rank: #88.
Kauluwela Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1486 Aala St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 587-4447
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 587-4447
Grades: PK-5
| 466 students
Rank: #99.
Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1618 Palama St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3370
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3370
Grades: PK-5
| 280 students
Rank: #1010.
Princess Victoria Kaiulani Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
783 North King St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3160
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3160
Grades: PK-5
| 288 students
96817, Hawaii Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
401 Waiakamilo Rd, Unit 1a
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3594
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3594
Grades: K-12
| 161 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96817, HI?
The top ranked public schools in 96817, HI include Nuuanu Elementary School, Maemae Elementary School and School For Examining Essential Questions Of Sustainability.
How many public schools are located in 96817, HI?
10 public schools are located in 96817, HI.
What percentage of students in 96817, HI go to public school?
42% of all K-12 students in 96817, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96817, HI?
96817, HI public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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