For the 2023-24 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 5,791 students in Kailua, HI (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,588 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in Kailua, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%). Kailua has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Hawaii.
The top ranked public schools in Kailua, HI are Aikahi Elementary School, Ka'ohao Public Charter School and Kaelepulu Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kailua, HI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Kailua have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best Kailua, HI Public Schools (2023-24)
School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Aikahi Elementary School
Math: 67% | Reading: 73%
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
281 Ilihau St
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 254-7944
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 254-7944
Grades: PK-6
| 484 students
Rank: #22.
Ka'ohao Public Charter School
Charter School
Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
140 Alala Rd
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7844
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7844
Grades: PK-6
| 323 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Kaelepulu Elementary School
Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
530 Keolu Dr
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7811
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7811
Grades: PK-6
| 188 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Maunawili Elementary School
Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1465 Ulupii St
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7822
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7822
Grades: PK-6
| 338 students
Rank: #55.
Kainalu Elementary School
Math: 56% | Reading: 64%
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
165 Kaiholu St
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7835
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7835
Grades: PK-6
| 500 students
Rank: #66.
Enchanted Lake Elementary School
Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
770 Keolu Dr
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7800
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7800
Grades: PK-6
| 290 students
Rank: #77.
Kailua High School
Math: 35-39% | Reading: 75-79%
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
451 Ulumanu Dr
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7900
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7900
Grades: 9-12
| 796 students
Rank: #88.
Kailua Intermediate School
Math: 34% | Reading: 70%
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
145 South Kainalu Dr
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 263-1500
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 263-1500
Grades: 7-8
| 739 students
Rank: #99.
Kalaheo High School
Math: 25-29% | Reading: 80-84%
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
730 Iliaina St
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 254-7900
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 254-7900
Grades: 9-12
| 807 students
Rank: #1010.
Olomana School
Alternative School
Math: <50% | Reading: <50%
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
42-522 Kalanianaole Hwy
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7866
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7866
Grades: 7-12
| 68 students
Rank: #1111.
Mokapu Elementary School
Math: 40% | Reading: 55%
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
Kmcas Bldg, 1193 Mokapu Rd
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 254-7964
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 254-7964
Grades: PK-6
| 813 students
Rank: #1212.
Kailua Elementary School
Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
315 Kuulei Rd
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7878
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7878
Grades: PK-6
| 325 students
Rank: #1313.
Keolu Elementary School
Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1416 Keolu Dr
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7818
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7818
Grades: PK-6
| 120 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Kailua, HI?
The top ranked public schools in Kailua, HI include Aikahi Elementary School, Ka'ohao Public Charter School and Kaelepulu Elementary School. Kailua has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Hawaii.
How many public schools are located in Kailua, HI?
13 public schools are located in Kailua, HI.
What percentage of students in Kailua, HI go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in Kailua, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
What is the racial composition of students in Kailua, HI?
Kailua, HI public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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