For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,606 students in Kealakekua, HI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Kealakekua, HI are Kona Pacific - Pcs, Konawaena Elementary School and Konawaena Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kealakekua, HI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Hawaii public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Kealakekua have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public elementary school average of 88% (majority Asian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Kealakekua, HI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kona Pacific - Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | 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
Grades: PK-8
| 178 students
Rank: #22.
Konawaena Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
81-901 Onouli Rd
Kealakekua, HI 96750
(808) 323-4555
Kealakekua, HI 96750
(808) 323-4555
Grades: PK-5
| 530 students
Rank: #33.
Konawaena Middle School
(Math: 23% | 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
Grades: 6-8
| 614 students
Rank: #44.
Ke Kula O Ehunuikaimalino
(Math: 15-19% | 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
Grades: PK-12
| 284 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Kealakekua, HI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Kealakekua, HI include Kona Pacific - Pcs, Konawaena Elementary School and Konawaena Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Kealakekua?
4 public elementary schools are located in Kealakekua.
What is the racial composition of students in Kealakekua?
Kealakekua public elementary schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public elementary schools average of 88% (majority Asian).
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