For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 834 students in Kamuela, HI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Kamuela, HI are Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs and Waimea Middle - Pccs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kamuela, HI public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Hawaii public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in Kamuela have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Hawaii public middle school average of 88% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Kamuela, HI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
64-1043 Hiiaka St
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 887-8144
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 887-8144
Gr: K-12 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Waimea Middle - Pccs
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
67-1229 Mamalahoa Hwy
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 887-6090
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 887-6090
Gr: 6-8 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Kamuela, HI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Kamuela, HI include Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs and Waimea Middle - Pccs.
How many public middle schools are located in Kamuela?
2 public middle schools are located in Kamuela.
What is the racial composition of students in Kamuela?
Kamuela public middle schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Hawaii public middle schools average of 88% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
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