For the 2024-25 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 8,444 students in 96792, HI (there are 3 private schools, serving 132 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 96792, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top ranked public schools in 96792, HI are Leihoku Elementary School, Maili Elementary School and Nanakuli Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96792 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96792, HI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96792, HI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Leihoku Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
86-285 Leihoku St
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7100
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7100
Grades: PK-6
| 804 students
Rank: #22.
Maili Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
87-360 Kulaaupuni St
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7150
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7150
Grades: PK-6
| 655 students
Rank: #33.
Nanakuli Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
89-778 Haleakala Ave
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 668-5813
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 668-5813
Grades: PK-6
| 361 students
Rank: #44.
Ka Waihona O Ka Naauao - Pcs
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
89-195 Farrington Hwy
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 668-9030
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 668-9030
Grades: K-8
| 611 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Makaha Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
84-200 Ala Naauao Pl
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 695-7900
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 695-7900
Grades: PK-6
| 418 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Waianae High School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
85-251 Farrington Hwy
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7017
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7017
Grades: 9-12
| 1,831 students
Rank: #77.
Waianae Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
85-626 Farrington Hwy
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7121
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7121
Grades: 7-8
| 671 students
Rank: #88.
Nanakuli High & Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
89-980 Nanakuli Ave
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 668-5823
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 668-5823
Grades: 7-12
| 960 students
Rank: #99.
Nanaikapono Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
89-153 Mano Ave
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 668-5800
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 668-5800
Grades: PK-6
| 730 students
Rank: #1010.
Waianae Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
85-220 Mcarthur St
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7083
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7083
Grades: PK-6
| 446 students
Rank: #1111.
Kamaile Academy Pcs
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
85-180 Ala Akau St
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7110
Waianae, HI 96792
(808) 697-7110
Grades: PK-12
| 957 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96792, HI?
The top ranked public schools in 96792, HI include Leihoku Elementary School, Maili Elementary School and Nanakuli Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96792?
11 public schools are located in 96792.
What percentage of students in 96792 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 96792 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96792?
96792 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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