For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,147 students in 96749, HI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 96749, HI are Ke Kula O Nawahiokalaniopuu Iki - Laboratory Pcs and Keaau Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 96749 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Hawaii public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 96749, HI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public middle school average of 88% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Best 96749, HI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ke Kula O Nawahiokalaniopuu Iki - Laboratory Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
16-120 Opukahaia St, Suite 2
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4260
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4260
Gr: PK-8 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Keaau Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15-565 Keaau-pahoa Rd
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4200
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4200
Gr: 6-8 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 96749, HI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 96749, HI include Ke Kula O Nawahiokalaniopuu Iki - Laboratory Pcs and Keaau Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 96749?
2 public middle schools are located in 96749.
What is the racial composition of students in 96749?
96749 public middle schools minority enrollment is 93% 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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