For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 178 students in 96817, HI.
The top ranked public charter school in 96817, HI is School For Examining Essential Questions Of Sustainability. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 96817 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Hawaii public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Charter schools in 96817, HI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Hawaii public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public charter school average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96817, HI Public Charter Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
School For Examining Essential Questions Of Sustainability
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1728 Nuuanu Ave
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 677-3377
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 677-3377
Gr: 6-8 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
96817, Hawaii Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
401 Waiakamilo Rd, Unit 1a
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3594
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3594
Gr: K-12 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 81:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 96817, HI?
The top ranked public charter schools in 96817, HI include School For Examining Essential Questions Of Sustainability.
How many public charter schools are located in 96817?
1 public charter schools are located in 96817.
What is the racial composition of students in 96817?
96817 public charter schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public charter schools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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