For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 398 students in 96717, HI (there are 1 private school, serving 150 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 96717, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top ranked public school in 96717, HI is Hauula Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 96717 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96717, HI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96717, HI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hauula Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
54-046 Kamehameha Hwy
Hauula, HI 96717
(808) 293-8925
Hauula, HI 96717
(808) 293-8925
Grades: PK-6
| 398 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96717, HI?
The top ranked public schools in 96717, HI include Hauula Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96717?
1 public schools are located in 96717.
What percentage of students in 96717 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 96717 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96717?
96717 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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