For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 726 students in 96795, HI.
The top-ranked public schools in 96795, HI are Malama Honua Charter School, Blanche Pope Elementary School and Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96795 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96795, HI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96795, HI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Malama Honua Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
41-054 Ehukai St, Suite 200
Waimanalo, HI 96795
(808) 259-5522
Waimanalo, HI 96795
(808) 259-5522
Gr: K-8 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Blanche Pope Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
41-133 Huli St
Waimanalo, HI 96795
(808) 259-0450
Waimanalo, HI 96795
(808) 259-0450
Gr: PK-6 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
41-1330 Kalanianaole Hwy
Waimanalo, HI 96795
(808) 259-0460
Waimanalo, HI 96795
(808) 259-0460
Gr: PK-8 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 96795, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in 96795, HI include Malama Honua Charter School, Blanche Pope Elementary School and Waimanalo Elementary & Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 96795?
3 public schools are located in 96795.
What is the racial composition of students in 96795?
96795 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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