For the 2024-25 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 4,434 students in 96744, HI (there are 5 private schools, serving 657 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 96744, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top ranked public schools in 96744, HI are Kaneohe Elementary School, Kapunahala Elementary School and Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96744 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96744, HI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96744, HI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kaneohe Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
45-495 Kamehameha Hwy
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5633
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5633
Grades: PK-6
| 564 students
Rank: #22.
Kapunahala Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
45-828 Anoi Rd
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5650
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5650
Grades: PK-6
| 456 students
Rank: #33.
Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
45-259 Waikalua Rd
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5686
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5686
Grades: PK-6
| 283 students
Rank: #44.
Hakipuu Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
45-720 Keaahala Rd, Cottage #1
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 235-9155
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 235-9155
Grades: 5-12
| 49 students
Rank: #55.
Ahuimanu Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
47-470 Hui Aeko Pl
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 239-3125
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 239-3125
Grades: PK-6
| 282 students
Rank: #66.
Castle High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
45-386 Kaneohe Bay Dr
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5600
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5600
Grades: 9-12
| 1,108 students
Rank: #77.
Heeia Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
46-202 Haiku Rd
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5677
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5677
Grades: PK-6
| 378 students
Rank: #88.
Waiahole Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
48-215 Waiahole Valley Rd
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 239-3111
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 239-3111
Grades: PK-6
| 97 students
Rank: #99.
Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
46-155 Kamehameha Hwy
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5727
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5727
Grades: 7-8
| 517 students
Rank: #1010.
Puohala Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
45-233 Kulauli St
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5660
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5660
Grades: PK-8
| 319 students
Rank: #1111.
Kahaluu Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
47-280 Waihee Rd
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 239-3101
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 239-3101
Grades: PK-6
| 260 students
Rank: #1212.
Ke Kula O Samuel M Kamakau - A Laboratory Pcs
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
46-500 Kuneki St
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 235-9175
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 235-9175
Grades: PK-12
| 121 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96744, HI?
The top ranked public schools in 96744, HI include Kaneohe Elementary School, Kapunahala Elementary School and Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96744?
12 public schools are located in 96744.
What percentage of students in 96744 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 96744 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96744?
96744 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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