For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,028 students in 96761, HI (there are 2 private schools, serving 239 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 96761, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96761, HI are King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School, Lahaina Intermediate School and Princess Nahienaena Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96761 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96761, HI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96761, HI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Akahele St
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 662-3955
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 662-3955
Gr: PK-5 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Lahaina Intermediate School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
871 Lahainaluna Rd
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 662-3965
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 662-3965
Gr: 6-8 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Princess Nahienaena Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
816 Niheu St
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 662-4020
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 662-4020
Gr: PK-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Lahainaluna High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
980 Lahainaluna Rd
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 662-4000
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 662-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 813 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 96761, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in 96761, HI include King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School, Lahaina Intermediate School and Princess Nahienaena Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96761?
4 public schools are located in 96761.
What percentage of students in 96761 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 96761 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96761?
96761 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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