For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,526 students in Kealakekua, HI.
The top-ranked public schools in Kealakekua, HI are Kona Pacific - Pcs, Konawaena High School and Konawaena Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kealakekua, HI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Kealakekua have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best Public Schools in Kealakekua, HI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kona Pacific - Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
79-7595 Mamalahoa Hwy
Kealakekua, HI 96750
(808) 322-4900
Kealakekua, HI 96750
(808) 322-4900
Gr: PK-8 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Konawaena High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
81-1043 Konawaena School Rd
Kealakekua, HI 96750
(808) 323-4500
Kealakekua, HI 96750
(808) 323-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 955 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Konawaena Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
81-901 Onouli Rd
Kealakekua, HI 96750
(808) 323-4555
Kealakekua, HI 96750
(808) 323-4555
Gr: PK-5 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
Konawaena Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
81-1045 Konawaena School Rd
Kealakekua, HI 96750
(808) 323-4566
Kealakekua, HI 96750
(808) 323-4566
Gr: 6-8 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Ke Kula O Ehunuikaimalino
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
81-1041 Konawaena School Rd
Kealakekua, HI 96750
(808) 323-1900
Kealakekua, HI 96750
(808) 323-1900
Gr: PK-12 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Kealakekua, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in Kealakekua, HI include Kona Pacific - Pcs, Konawaena High School and Konawaena Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Kealakekua?
5 public schools are located in Kealakekua.
What is the racial composition of students in Kealakekua?
Kealakekua public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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