For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,561 students in 96821, HI (there are , serving 853 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 96821, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96821, HI are Aina Haina Elementary School, Niu Valley Middle School and Kalani High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96821 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96821, HI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96821, HI Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Aina Haina Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
801 W Hind Dr
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-2419
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-2419
Gr: PK-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Niu Valley Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
310 Halemaumau St
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-2440
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-2440
Gr: 6-8 | 817 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Kalani High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4680 Kalanianaole Hwy
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-7744
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-7744
Gr: 9-12 | 1,375 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
96821, Hawaii Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
939 Hind Iuka Dr
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-2414
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-2414
Gr: PK-5 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 96821, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in 96821, HI include Aina Haina Elementary School, Niu Valley Middle School and Kalani High School.
How many public schools are located in 96821?
3 public schools are located in 96821.
What percentage of students in 96821 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 96821 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96821?
96821 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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