For the 2025 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 5,842 students in 96734, HI (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,701 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 96734, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top ranked public schools in 96734, HI are Kaelepulu Elementary School, Maunawili Elementary School and Aikahi Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96734 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96734, HI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96734, HI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kaelepulu Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
530 Keolu Dr
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7811
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7811
Grades: PK-6
| 195 students
Rank: #22.
Maunawili Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1465 Ulupii St
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7822
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7822
Grades: PK-6
| 350 students
Rank: #33.
Aikahi Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
281 Ilihau St
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 254-7944
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 254-7944
Grades: PK-6
| 483 students
Rank: #44.
Ka'ohao Public Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
140 Alala Rd
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7844
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7844
Grades: PK-6
| 341 students
Rank: #55.
Kainalu Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
165 Kaiholu St
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7835
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7835
Grades: PK-6
| 542 students
Rank: #66.
Enchanted Lake Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
770 Keolu Dr
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7800
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7800
Grades: PK-6
| 259 students
Rank: #77.
Kailua Intermediate School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 72%)
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
| 719 students
Rank: #88.
Kalaheo High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
730 Iliaina St
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 254-7900
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 254-7900
Grades: 9-12
| 882 students
Rank: #99.
Mokapu Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
Kmcas Bldg, 1193 Mokapu Rd
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 254-7964
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 254-7964
Grades: PK-6
| 841 students
Rank: #1010.
Keolu Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1416 Keolu Dr
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7818
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7818
Grades: PK-6
| 98 students
Rank: #1111.
Kailua Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
315 Kuulei Rd
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7878
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7878
Grades: PK-6
| 259 students
Rank: #1212.
Kailua High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
451 Ulumanu Dr
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7900
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7900
Grades: 9-12
| 795 students
Rank: #1313.
Olomana School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
42-522 Kalanianaole Hwy
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7866
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7866
Grades: 7-12
| 78 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96734, HI?
The top ranked public schools in 96734, HI include Kaelepulu Elementary School, Maunawili Elementary School and Aikahi Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96734?
13 public schools are located in 96734.
What percentage of students in 96734 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 96734 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96734?
96734 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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