For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 987 students in 96791, HI (there are 1 private school, serving 121 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 96791, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96791, HI are Waialua Elementary School and Waialua High & Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96791 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96791, HI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96791, HI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waialua Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
67-020 Waialua Beach Rd
Waialua, HI 96791
(808) 637-8228
Waialua, HI 96791
(808) 637-8228
Gr: PK-6 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Waialua High & Intermediate School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
67-160 Farrington Hwy
Waialua, HI 96791
(808) 637-8200
Waialua, HI 96791
(808) 637-8200
Gr: 7-12 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 96791, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in 96791, HI include Waialua Elementary School and Waialua High & Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 96791?
2 public schools are located in 96791.
What percentage of students in 96791 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 96791 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96791?
96791 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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