For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 772 students in 96796, HI.
The top ranked public high schools in 96796, HI are Waimea High School and Niihau High & Elementary 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 17% (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 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 96796 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Hawaii average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Waimea High School, with 85-89% 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 (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Waimea High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9707 Tsuchiya Rd
Waimea, HI 96796
(808) 338-6800
Waimea, HI 96796
(808) 338-6800
Grades: 9-12
| 758 students
Rank: #22.
Niihau High & Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
C/o Waimea High School, 9707 T
Waimea, HI 96796
(808) 338-6800
Waimea, HI 96796
(808) 338-6800
Grades: PK-12
| 14 students
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 and Niihau High & Elementary School.
How many public high schools are located in 96796, HI?
2 public high schools are located in 96796, HI.
What is the racial composition of students in 96796, HI?
96796, HI 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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