For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 6,208 students in 96797, HI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 96797, HI are Kanoelani Elementary School, Waikele Elementary School and August Ahrens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 96797 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Hawaii public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 96797, HI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public elementary school average of 88% (majority Asian).
Best 96797, HI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kanoelani Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
94-1091 Oli Lp
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0195
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0195
Grades: PK-6
| 742 students
Rank: #22.
Waikele Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
94-1035 Kukula St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 677-6100
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 677-6100
Grades: PK-6
| 515 students
Rank: #33.
August Ahrens Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
94-1170 Waipahu St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0202
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0202
Grades: PK-6
| 1,175 students
Rank: #44.
Hawaii Technology Academy - Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
94-450 Mokuola St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 676-5444
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 676-5444
Grades: K-12
| 1,605 students
Rank: #55.
Kaleiopuu Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
94-665 Kaaholo St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0266
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0266
Grades: PK-6
| 739 students
Rank: #66.
Honowai Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
94-600 Honowai St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0165
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0165
Grades: PK-6
| 579 students
Rank: #77.
Waipahu Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
94-465 Waipahu St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0150
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0150
Grades: PK-6
| 853 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 96797, HI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 96797, HI include Kanoelani Elementary School, Waikele Elementary School and August Ahrens Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 96797?
7 public elementary schools are located in 96797.
What is the racial composition of students in 96797?
96797 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public elementary schools average of 88% (majority Asian).
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