For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,595 students in Kihei, HI (there are 2 private schools, serving 63 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Kihei, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top-ranked public schools in Kihei, HI are Kamalii Elementary School, Kihei Elementary School and Kihei Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kihei, HI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Kihei have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best Public Schools in Kihei, HI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kamalii Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
180 Kealii Alanui
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6840
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6840
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Kihei Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
250 E Lipoa St
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6818
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6818
Gr: PK-5 | 727 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Kihei Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
650 Lipoa Pkwy
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-0700
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-0700
Gr: K-12 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Lokelani Intermediate School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Liloa Dr
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6800
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6800
Gr: 6-8 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: n/an/a
901 Piilani Hwy
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 727-6700
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 727-6700
Gr: 9-11 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Kihei, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in Kihei, HI include Kamalii Elementary School, Kihei Elementary School and Kihei Charter School.
How many public schools are located in Kihei?
5 public schools are located in Kihei.
What percentage of students in Kihei go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Kihei are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in Kihei?
Kihei public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
Which public schools in Kihei are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Kihei include: Kihei Elementary School vs. Kihei Charter School, Lokelani Intermediate School vs. Kihei Charter School, Kamalii Elementary School vs. Kihei Charter School
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