For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,072 students in 96744, HI.
The top ranked public middle schools in 96744, HI are Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School, Puohala Elementary School and Hakipuu Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 96744 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Hawaii public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 96744, HI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public middle school average of 88% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Best 96744, HI Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School
(Math: 25% | 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
| 553 students
Rank: #22.
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
| 314 students
Rank: #33.
Hakipuu Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
45-720 Keaahala Rd, Cottage #1
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 235-9155
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 235-9155
Grades: 5-12
| 65 students
Rank: #44.
Ke Kula O Samuel M Kamakau - A Laboratory Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
46-500 Kuneki St
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 235-9175
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 235-9175
Grades: PK-12
| 140 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 96744, HI?
The top ranked public middle schools in 96744, HI include Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School, Puohala Elementary School and Hakipuu Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 96744?
4 public middle schools are located in 96744.
What is the racial composition of students in 96744?
96744 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public middle schools average of 88% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
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