For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,262 students in 96766, HI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 96766, HI are King Kaumualii Elementary School, Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School and Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 96766 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Hawaii public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 96766, HI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public elementary school average of 88% (majority Asian).
Best 96766, HI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
King Kaumualii Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4381 Hanamaulu Rd
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 241-3150
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 241-3150
Grades: PK-5
| 524 students
Rank: #22.
Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4319 Hardy St
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 274-3150
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 274-3150
Grades: PK-5
| 724 students
Rank: #33.
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4431 Nuhou St
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 241-3200
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 241-3200
Grades: 6-8
| 846 students
Rank: #44.
Kawaikini - Ncpcs
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3-1821 J Kaumualii Hwy
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 632-2032
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 632-2032
Grades: K-12
| 168 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 96766, HI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 96766, HI include King Kaumualii Elementary School, Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School and Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 96766?
4 public elementary schools are located in 96766.
What is the racial composition of students in 96766?
96766 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public elementary schools average of 88% (majority Asian).
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