For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,261 students in 96796, HI.
The top ranked public schools in 96796, HI are Waimea High School, Waimea Canyon Middle School and Niihau High & Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96796 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96796, HI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96796, HI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Waimea High School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9707 Tsuchiya Rd
Waimea, HI 96796
(808) 338-6800
Waimea, HI 96796
(808) 338-6800
Grades: 9-12
| 767 students
Rank: #22.
Waimea Canyon Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9555 Huakai Rd
Waimea, HI 96796
(808) 338-6830
Waimea, HI 96796
(808) 338-6830
Grades: 6-8
| 477 students
Rank: #33.
Niihau High & Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
C/o Waimea High School, 9707 T
Waimea, HI 96796
(808) 338-6800
Waimea, HI 96796
(808) 338-6800
Grades: PK-12
| 17 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96796, HI?
The top ranked public schools in 96796, HI include Waimea High School, Waimea Canyon Middle School and Niihau High & Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96796?
3 public schools are located in 96796.
What is the racial composition of students in 96796?
96796 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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