For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,712 students in 96732, HI (there are 4 private schools, serving 443 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 96732, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96732, HI are Pomaikai Elementary School, Lihikai Elementary School and Maui High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96732 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96732, HI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96732, HI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pomaikai Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4650 S Kamehameha Ave
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 876-7610
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 876-7610
Gr: PK-5 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Lihikai Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
335 S Papa Ave
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 873-3033
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 873-3033
Gr: PK-5 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Maui High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
660 S Lono Ave
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 873-3000
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 873-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,725 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Kahului Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
410 S Hina Ave
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 873-3055
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 873-3055
Gr: PK-5 | 795 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Maui Waena Intermediate School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
795 Onehee Ave
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 873-3070
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 873-3070
Gr: 6-8 | 1,015 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 96732, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in 96732, HI include Pomaikai Elementary School, Lihikai Elementary School and Maui High School.
How many public schools are located in 96732?
5 public schools are located in 96732.
What percentage of students in 96732 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 96732 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96732?
96732 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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