For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 406 students in 96779, HI (there are 1 private school, serving 241 private students). 63% 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 (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
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?
63% 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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