For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,000 students in 96782, HI (there are 2 private schools, serving 599 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 96782, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96782, HI are Momilani Elementary School, Palisades Elementary School and Pearl City Highlands School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96782 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96782, HI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96782, HI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Momilani Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2130 Hookiekie St
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6444
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6444
Gr: PK-6 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Palisades Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2306 Auhuhu St
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6550
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6550
Gr: PK-6 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Pearl City Highlands School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1419 Waimanalo Home Rd
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6470
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6470
Gr: PK-6 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Manana Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1147 Kumano St
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6430
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6430
Gr: PK-6 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Pearl City Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1090 Waimano Home Rd
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6455
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6455
Gr: PK-6 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Highlands Intermediate School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1460 Hoolaulea St
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6480
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6480
Gr: 7-8 | 824 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Pearl City High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2100 Hookiekie St
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6500
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,481 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Waiau Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
98-450 Hookanike St
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6530
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6530
Gr: PK-6 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Lehua Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
791 Lehua Ave
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6490
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6490
Gr: PK-6 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 96782, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in 96782, HI include Momilani Elementary School, Palisades Elementary School and Pearl City Highlands School.
How many public schools are located in 96782?
9 public schools are located in 96782.
What percentage of students in 96782 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 96782 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96782?
96782 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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