For the 2024 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 4,476 students in Kaneohe, HI (there are 5 private schools, serving 646 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Kaneohe, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
The top ranked public schools in Kaneohe, HI are Kaneohe Elementary School, Kapunahala Elementary School and Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kaneohe, HI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Kaneohe have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best Public Schools in Kaneohe, HI (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kaneohe Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
45-495 Kamehameha Hwy
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5633
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5633
Grades: PK-6
| 587 students
Rank: #22.
Kapunahala Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
45-828 Anoi Rd
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5650
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5650
Grades: PK-6
| 479 students
Rank: #33.
Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
45-259 Waikalua Rd
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5686
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5686
Grades: PK-6
| 275 students
Rank: #44.
Hakipuu Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
45-720 Keaahala Rd, Cottage #1
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 235-9155
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 235-9155
Grades: 5-12
| 61 students
Rank: #55.
Ahuimanu Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
47-470 Hui Aeko Pl
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 239-3125
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 239-3125
Grades: PK-6
| 279 students
Rank: #66.
Castle High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
45-386 Kaneohe Bay Dr
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5600
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5600
Grades: 9-12
| 1,116 students
Rank: #77.
Heeia Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
46-202 Haiku Rd
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5677
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5677
Grades: PK-6
| 383 students
Rank: #88.
Waiahole Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
48-215 Waiahole Valley Rd
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 239-3111
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 239-3111
Grades: PK-6
| 107 students
Rank: #99.
Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
46-155 Kamehameha Hwy
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5727
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5727
Grades: 7-8
| 525 students
Rank: #1010.
Puohala Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
45-233 Kulauli St
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5660
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5660
Grades: PK-8
| 279 students
Rank: #1111.
Kahaluu Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
47-280 Waihee Rd
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 239-3101
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 239-3101
Grades: PK-6
| 260 students
Rank: #1212.
Ke Kula O Samuel M Kamakau - A Laboratory Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
46-500 Kuneki St
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 235-9175
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 235-9175
Grades: PK-12
| 125 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Kaneohe, HI?
The top ranked public schools in Kaneohe, HI include Kaneohe Elementary School, Kapunahala Elementary School and Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Kaneohe, HI?
12 public schools are located in Kaneohe, HI.
What percentage of students in Kaneohe, HI go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Kaneohe, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
What is the racial composition of students in Kaneohe, HI?
Kaneohe, HI public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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