For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 738 students in 96778, HI.
The top-ranked public charter school in 96778, HI is Hawaii Academy Of Arts & Science Pcs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 96778 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Hawaii public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 47% statewide average). Charter schools in 96778, HI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public charter school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96778, HI Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hawaii Academy Of Arts & Science Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
15-1397 Post Office Rd
Pahoa, HI 96778
(808) 965-3730
Pahoa, HI 96778
(808) 965-3730
Gr: K-12 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 96778, HI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 96778, HI include Hawaii Academy Of Arts & Science Pcs.
How many public charter schools are located in 96778?
1 public charter schools are located in 96778.
What is the racial composition of students in 96778?
96778 public charter schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public charter schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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