For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 766 students in Lahaina, HI.
The top-ranked public preschools in Lahaina, HI are King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School and Princess Nahienaena Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lahaina, HI public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Hawaii public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Pre schools in Lahaina have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public preschool average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Lahaina, HI (2026-27)
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.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Lahaina, HI?
The top-ranked public preschools in Lahaina, HI include King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School and Princess Nahienaena Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Lahaina?
2 public preschools are located in Lahaina.
What is the racial composition of students in Lahaina?
Lahaina public preschools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public preschools average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Lahaina are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Lahaina include: Princess Nahienaena Elementary School vs. King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School, King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School vs. Princess Nahienaena Elementary School
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