For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 283 students in Kilauea, HI (there are 2 private schools, serving 259 private students). 52% of all K-12 students in Kilauea, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top-ranked public school in Kilauea, HI is Kilauea Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kilauea, HI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Kilauea have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best Public Schools in Kilauea, HI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kilauea Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2440 Kolo Rd
Kilauea, HI 96754
(808) 828-1212
Kilauea, HI 96754
(808) 828-1212
Gr: PK-6 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Kilauea, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in Kilauea, HI include Kilauea Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Kilauea?
2 public schools are located in Kilauea.
What percentage of students in Kilauea go to public school?
52% of all K-12 students in Kilauea are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in Kilauea?
Kilauea public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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