For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,186 students in 96821, HI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 96821, HI are Aina Haina Elementary School and Niu Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 96821 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Hawaii public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 96821, HI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Hawaii public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Hawaii public elementary school average of 88% (majority Asian).
Best 96821, HI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Aina Haina Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
801 W Hind Dr
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-2419
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-2419
Grades: PK-5
| 369 students
Rank: #22.
Niu Valley Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
310 Halemaumau St
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-2440
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-2440
Grades: 6-8
| 817 students
96821, Hawaii Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
939 Hind Iuka Dr
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-2414
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-2414
Grades: PK-5
| 90 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 96821, HI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 96821, HI include Aina Haina Elementary School and Niu Valley Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 96821?
2 public elementary schools are located in 96821.
What is the racial composition of students in 96821?
96821 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Hawaii public elementary schools average of 88% (majority Asian).
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