For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 409 students in the neighborhood of Wailea, Kihei, HI.
The top-ranked public school in Wailea is Kamalii Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Wailea, Kihei, HI public school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Wailea, Kihei, HI (2026)
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Wailea, Kihei, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Wailea, Kihei, HI include Kamalii Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Wailea, Kihei?
1 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Wailea, Kihei.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Wailea, Kihei?
the neighborhood of Wailea, Kihei public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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