Best 96766 Hawaii Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,014 students in 96766, HI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 96766, HI are Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School and Kawaikini - Ncpcs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 96766 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Hawaii public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 96766, HI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public middle school average of 88% (majority Asian and Hispanic).

Best 96766, HI Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
4431 Nuhou St
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 241-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 846 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Kawaikini - Ncpcs
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3-1821 J Kaumualii Hwy
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 632-2032
Gr: K-12 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 96766, HI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 96766, HI include Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School and Kawaikini - Ncpcs.
How many public middle schools are located in 96766?
2 public middle schools are located in 96766.
What is the racial composition of students in 96766?
96766 public middle schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public middle schools average of 88% (majority Asian and Hispanic).

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