For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,425 students in 96753, HI (there are 2 private schools, serving 63 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 96753, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top ranked public schools in 96753, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 96753 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96753, HI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96753, HI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kamalii Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
180 Kealii Alanui
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6840
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6840
Grades: PK-5
| 383 students
Rank: #22.
Kihei Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
250 E Lipoa St
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6818
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6818
Grades: PK-5
| 733 students
Rank: #33.
Kihei Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
650 Lipoa Pkwy
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-0700
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-0700
Grades: K-12
| 676 students
Rank: #44.
Lokelani Intermediate School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Liloa Dr
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6800
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6800
Grades: 6-8
| 489 students
Rank: n/an/a
901 Piilani Hwy
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 727-6700
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 727-6700
Grades: 9-10
| 144 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96753, HI?
The top ranked public schools in 96753, HI include Kamalii Elementary School, Kihei Elementary School and Kihei Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 96753?
5 public schools are located in 96753.
What percentage of students in 96753 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 96753 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96753?
96753 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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