Best 96768 Hawaii Public Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 923 students in 96768, HI.
The top ranked public preschools in 96768, HI are Pukalani Elementary School and Makawao Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 96768 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Hawaii public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 51% statewide average). Pre schools in 96768, HI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public preschool average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).

Best 96768, HI Public Preschools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pukalani Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2945 Iolani St
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:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3542 Baldwin Ave
Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 573-8770
Gr: PK-5 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public preschools in 96768, HI?
The top ranked public preschools in 96768, HI include Pukalani Elementary School and Makawao Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 96768?
2 public preschools are located in 96768.
What is the racial composition of students in 96768?
96768 public preschools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public preschools average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).

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