For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 6,692 students in 96786, HI (there are 3 private schools, serving 233 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 96786, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top ranked public schools in 96786, HI are Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School, Iliahi Elementary School and Helemano Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96786 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96786, HI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96786, HI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2 Wheeler Army Airfield
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 622-6525
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 622-6525
Grades: 6-8
| 697 students
Rank: #22.
Iliahi Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2035 California Ave
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 622-6411
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 622-6411
Grades: PK-5
| 336 students
Rank: #33.
Helemano Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1001 Ihi Ihi Ave
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 622-6336
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 622-6336
Grades: PK-5
| 435 students
Rank: #44.
Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Wheeler Army Airfield
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 622-6400
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 622-6400
Grades: PK-5
| 628 students
Rank: #55.
Daniel K Inouye Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
Waianae & Ayres Ave
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 622-6380
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 622-6380
Grades: PK-5
| 659 students
Rank: #66.
Sergeant Samuel K Solomon Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Schofield Barracks
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 624-9500
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 624-9500
Grades: PK-5
| 750 students
Rank: #77.
Wahiawa Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1402 Glen Ave
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 622-6393
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 622-6393
Grades: PK-5
| 425 students
Rank: #88.
Kaala Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
130 California Ave
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 622-6366
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 622-6366
Grades: PK-5
| 383 students
Rank: #99.
Leilehua High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1515 California Ave
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 622-6550
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 622-6550
Grades: 9-12
| 1,581 students
Rank: #1010.
Kamalani Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1403 California Ave
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 203-2992
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 203-2992
Grades: PK-8
| 112 students
Rank: #1111.
Wahiawa Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
275 Rose St
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 622-6500
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 622-6500
Grades: 6-8
| 686 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96786, HI?
The top ranked public schools in 96786, HI include Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School, Iliahi Elementary School and Helemano Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96786?
11 public schools are located in 96786.
What percentage of students in 96786 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 96786 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96786?
96786 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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