For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 353 students in 96748, HI (there are 2 private schools, serving 8 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 96748, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96748, HI are Kaunakakai Elementary School and Kilohana Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96748 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96748, HI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96748, HI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kaunakakai Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
30 Ailoa St
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
(808) 533-1730
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
(808) 533-1730
Gr: PK-6 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Kilohana Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
Kamehameha V Hwy
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
(808) 558-2200
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
(808) 558-2200
Gr: PK-6 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 96748, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in 96748, HI include Kaunakakai Elementary School and Kilohana Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96748?
2 public schools are located in 96748.
What percentage of students in 96748 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 96748 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96748?
96748 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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