For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 183 students in Papaikou, HI.
The top-ranked public school in Papaikou, HI is Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Papaikou, HI public school have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Papaikou have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best Public Schools in Papaikou, HI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
27-330 Old Mamalahoa Hwy
Papaikou, HI 96781
(808) 313-5200
Papaikou, HI 96781
(808) 313-5200
Gr: PK-6 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Papaikou, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in Papaikou, HI include Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Papaikou?
1 public schools are located in Papaikou.
What is the racial composition of students in Papaikou?
Papaikou public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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