For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 412 students in Naalehu, HI.
The top-ranked public school in Naalehu, HI is Naalehu Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Naalehu, HI public school have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Naalehu have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best Public Schools in Naalehu, HI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Naalehu Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
95-5545 Mamalahoa Hwy
Naalehu, HI 96772
(808) 939-2413
Naalehu, HI 96772
(808) 939-2413
Gr: PK-6 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Naalehu, Hawaii Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
94-1581 Kaulua Circle
Naalehu, HI 96772
(808) 498-0761
Naalehu, HI 96772
(808) 498-0761
Gr: 3-7 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Naalehu, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in Naalehu, HI include Naalehu Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Naalehu?
1 public schools are located in Naalehu.
What is the racial composition of students in Naalehu?
Naalehu public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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