For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 2,660 students in 96744, HI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 96744, HI are Kapunahala Elementary School, Kaneohe Elementary School and Ahuimanu Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 96744 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Hawaii public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Pre schools in 96744, HI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public preschool average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Best 96744, HI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kapunahala Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
45-828 Anoi Rd
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5650
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5650
Gr: PK-6 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Kaneohe Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
45-495 Kamehameha Hwy
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5633
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5633
Gr: PK-6 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Ahuimanu Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | 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
Gr: PK-6 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | 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
Gr: PK-6 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Heeia Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
46-202 Haiku Rd
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5677
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5677
Gr: PK-6 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #66.
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
Gr: PK-6 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
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
Gr: PK-8 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
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
Gr: PK-6 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #99.
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
Gr: PK-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 96744, HI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 96744, HI include Kapunahala Elementary School, Kaneohe Elementary School and Ahuimanu Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 96744?
9 public preschools are located in 96744.
What is the racial composition of students in 96744?
96744 public preschools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public preschools average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
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