For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 728 students in 96738, HI.
The top ranked public school in 96738, HI is Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 96738 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96738, HI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96738, HI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
68-1730 Hooko St
Waikoloa, HI 96738
(808) 883-6808
Waikoloa, HI 96738
(808) 883-6808
Gr: PK-8 | 728 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96738, HI?
The top ranked public schools in 96738, HI include Waikoloa Elementary And Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 96738?
1 public schools are located in 96738.
What is the racial composition of students in 96738?
96738 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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