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 44% (versus the Hawaii public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 96797, HI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kanoelani Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
94-1091 Oli Lp
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0195
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0195
Gr: PK-6 | 742 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Waikele Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
94-1035 Kukula St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 677-6100
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 677-6100
Gr: PK-6 | 515 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
August Ahrens Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
94-1170 Waipahu St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0202
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0202
Gr: PK-6 | 1,175 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Rank: #44.
Hawaii Technology Academy - Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
94-450 Mokuola St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 676-5444
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 676-5444
Gr: K-12 | 1,605 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #55.
Kaleiopuu Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
94-665 Kaaholo St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0266
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0266
Gr: PK-6 | 739 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Honowai Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
94-600 Honowai St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0165
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0165
Gr: PK-6 | 579 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Rank: #77.
Waipahu Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
94-465 Waipahu St
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0150
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 675-0150
Gr: PK-6 | 853 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
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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