Best Kahuku Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,763 students in Kahuku, HI.
The top-ranked public schools in Kahuku, HI are Kahuku High & Intermediate School and Kahuku Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kahuku, HI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Kahuku have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).

Best Public Schools in Kahuku, HI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kahuku High & Intermediate School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
56-490 Kamehameha Hwy
Kahuku, HI 96731
(808) 293-8950
Gr: 7-12 | 1,414 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Kahuku Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
56-170 Pualalea St
Kahuku, HI 96731
(808) 293-8980
Gr: PK-6 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Kahuku, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in Kahuku, HI include Kahuku High & Intermediate School and Kahuku Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Kahuku?
2 public schools are located in Kahuku.
What is the racial composition of students in Kahuku?
Kahuku public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).

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