For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 423 students in 96779, HI (there are 1 private school, serving 237 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 96779, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top ranked public school in 96779, HI is Paia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 96779 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96779, HI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96779, HI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Paia Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
955 Baldwin Ave
Paia, HI 96779
(808) 579-2100
Paia, HI 96779
(808) 579-2100
Grades: PK-5
| 423 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96779, HI?
The top ranked public schools in 96779, HI include Paia Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96779?
1 public schools are located in 96779.
What percentage of students in 96779 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 96779 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96779?
96779 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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