For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 779 students in 96796, HI.
The top ranked public high school in 96796, HI is Waimea High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 96796 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Hawaii public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 96796, HI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 96796 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Hawaii average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Waimea High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Hawaii or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public high school average of 88% (majority Asian).
Best 96796, HI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waimea High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9707 Tsuchiya Rd
Waimea, HI 96796
(808) 338-6800
Waimea, HI 96796
(808) 338-6800
Gr: 9-12 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
C/o Waimea High School, 9707 T
Waimea, HI 96796
(808) 338-6800
Waimea, HI 96796
(808) 338-6800
Gr: PK-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 96796, HI?
The top ranked public high schools in 96796, HI include Waimea High School.
How many public high schools are located in 96796?
2 public high schools are located in 96796.
What is the racial composition of students in 96796?
96796 public high schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public high schools average of 88% (majority Asian).
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