For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,438 students in 96740, HI.
The top ranked public preschools in 96740, HI are Kahakai Elementary School and Kealakehe Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 96740 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Hawaii public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 51% statewide average). Pre schools in 96740, HI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public preschool average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Best 96740, HI Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kahakai Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
76-147 Royal Poinciana Dr
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 327-4313
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 327-4313
Grades: PK-5
| 538 students
Rank: #22.
Kealakehe Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
74-5118 Kealakaa St
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 327-4308
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 327-4308
Grades: PK-5
| 900 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 96740, HI?
The top ranked public preschools in 96740, HI include Kahakai Elementary School and Kealakehe Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 96740?
2 public preschools are located in 96740.
What is the racial composition of students in 96740?
96740 public preschools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public preschools average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
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