For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 4,879 students in 96792, HI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 96792, HI are Leihoku Elementary School, Maili Elementary School and Makaha Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 96792 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Hawaii public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 96792, HI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public elementary school average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Best 96792, HI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leihoku Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
86-285 Leihoku St
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7100
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7100
Gr: PK-6 | 756 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Maili Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
87-360 Kulaaupuni St
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7150
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7150
Gr: PK-6 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Makaha Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
84-200 Ala Naauao Pl
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 695-7900
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 695-7900
Gr: PK-6 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Nanakuli Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
89-778 Haleakala Ave
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 668-5813
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 668-5813
Gr: PK-6 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Ka Waihona O Ka Naauao - Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
89-195 Farrington Hwy
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 668-9030
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 668-9030
Gr: K-8 | 707 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Waianae Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
85-220 Mcarthur St
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7083
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7083
Gr: PK-6 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Nanaikapono Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
89-153 Mano Ave
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 668-5800
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 668-5800
Gr: PK-6 | 688 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Kamaile Academy Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
85-180 Ala Akau St
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7110
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7110
Gr: PK-12 | 919 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 96792, HI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 96792, HI include Leihoku Elementary School, Maili Elementary School and Makaha Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 96792?
8 public elementary schools are located in 96792.
What is the racial composition of students in 96792?
96792 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public elementary schools average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
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