For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,561 students in 96821, HI (there are 5 private schools, serving 860 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 96821, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top ranked public schools in 96821, HI are Aina Haina Elementary School, Niu Valley Middle School and Kalani High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96821 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96821, HI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96821, HI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Aina Haina Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
801 W Hind Dr
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-2419
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-2419
Gr: PK-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Niu Valley Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
310 Halemaumau St
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-2440
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-2440
Gr: 6-8 | 817 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Kalani High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4680 Kalanianaole Hwy
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-7744
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-7744
Gr: 9-12 | 1,375 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
96821, Hawaii Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
939 Hind Iuka Dr
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-2414
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-2414
Gr: PK-5 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96821, HI?
The top ranked public schools in 96821, HI include Aina Haina Elementary School, Niu Valley Middle School and Kalani High School.
How many public schools are located in 96821?
3 public schools are located in 96821.
What percentage of students in 96821 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 96821 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96821?
96821 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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