Best 96744 Hawaii Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,241 students in 96744, HI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 96744, HI are Castle High School, Hakipuu Academy and Ke Kula O Samuel M Kamakau - A Laboratory Pcs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 96744 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Hawaii public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 96744, HI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 96744 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Hawaii average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Castle High School, with 78% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Hawaii or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public high school average of 88% (majority Asian).

Best 96744, HI Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Castle High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
45-386 Kaneohe Bay Dr
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,036 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Hakipuu Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
45-720 Keaahala Rd, Cottage #1
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 235-9155
Gr: 5-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Ke Kula O Samuel M Kamakau - A Laboratory Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
46-500 Kuneki St
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 235-9175
Gr: PK-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 96744, HI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 96744, HI include Castle High School, Hakipuu Academy and Ke Kula O Samuel M Kamakau - A Laboratory Pcs.
How many public high schools are located in 96744?
3 public high schools are located in 96744.
What is the racial composition of students in 96744?
96744 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public high schools average of 88% (majority Asian).

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