Best Public Schools in 96743 (Kamuela, HI) (2025-26)

Best 96743 Hawaii Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,290 students in 96743, HI (there are , serving 988 private students). 57% of all K-12 students in 96743, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).

The top ranked public schools in 96743, HI are Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs, Waimea Elementary School and Waimea Middle - Pccs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 96743 have an score of 28% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and score of 41% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96743, HI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.

Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).

Best 96743, HI Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs

Charter School

(Math: 22% | Reading: 53%)
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64-1043 Hiiaka St
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 887-8144

Gr: K-12 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%

Rank: #22.

Waimea Elementary School

(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
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67-1225 Mamalahoa Hwy
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 887-7636

Gr: PK-5 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%

Rank: #33.

Waimea Middle - Pccs

Charter School

(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 32%)
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67-1229 Mamalahoa Hwy
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 887-6090

Gr: 6-8 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 93%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 96743, HI?

The top ranked public schools in 96743, HI include Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs, Waimea Elementary School and Waimea Middle - Pccs.

How many public schools are located in 96743?

3 public schools are located in 96743.

What percentage of students in 96743 go to public school?

57% of all K-12 students in 96743 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).

What is the racial composition of students in 96743?

96743 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).