For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,593 students in 96746, HI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 96746, HI are Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School, Kapaa Elementary School and Kapaa Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 96746 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Hawaii public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 96746, HI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public elementary school average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Best 96746, HI Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2-4035 Kaumualii Hwy
Kapaa, HI 96746
(808) 635-5110
Kapaa, HI 96746
(808) 635-5110
Gr: K-8 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Kapaa Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4886 Kawaihau Rd
Kapaa, HI 96746
(808) 821-4424
Kapaa, HI 96746
(808) 821-4424
Gr: PK-5 | 844 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Kapaa Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4867 Olohena Rd
Kapaa, HI 96746
(808) 821-4460
Kapaa, HI 96746
(808) 821-4460
Gr: 6-8 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 96746, HI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 96746, HI include Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School, Kapaa Elementary School and Kapaa Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 96746?
3 public elementary schools are located in 96746.
What is the racial composition of students in 96746?
96746 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public elementary schools average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
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