For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,860 students in 96768, HI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 96768, HI are Pukalani Elementary School, Makawao Elementary School and Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 96768 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Hawaii public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 96768, HI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public elementary school average of 88% (majority Asian).
Best 96768, HI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pukalani Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2945 Iolani St
Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 573-8760
Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 573-8760
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Makawao Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3542 Baldwin Ave
Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 573-8770
Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 573-8770
Gr: PK-5 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
120 Makani Rd
Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 573-8735
Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 573-8735
Gr: 6-8 | 937 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 96768, HI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 96768, HI include Pukalani Elementary School, Makawao Elementary School and Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 96768?
3 public elementary schools are located in 96768.
What is the racial composition of students in 96768?
96768 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public elementary schools average of 88% (majority Asian).
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