For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,122 students in 96749, HI (there are , serving 2,665 private students). 54% of all K-12 students in 96749, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top ranked public schools in 96749, HI are Keaau Elementary School, Keaau High School and Ke Kula O Nawahiokalaniopuu Iki - Laboratory Pcs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96749 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96749, HI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96749, HI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Keaau Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
16-680 Keaau-pahoa Rd
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4210
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4210
Gr: PK-5 | 821 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Keaau High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16-725 Keaau-pahoa Rd
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4220
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4220
Gr: 9-12 | 1,014 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Ke Kula O Nawahiokalaniopuu Iki - Laboratory Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
16-120 Opukahaia St, Suite 2
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4260
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4260
Gr: PK-8 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Keaau Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15-565 Keaau-pahoa Rd
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4200
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4200
Gr: 6-8 | 760 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96749, HI?
The top ranked public schools in 96749, HI include Keaau Elementary School, Keaau High School and Ke Kula O Nawahiokalaniopuu Iki - Laboratory Pcs.
How many public schools are located in 96749?
4 public schools are located in 96749.
What percentage of students in 96749 go to public school?
54% of all K-12 students in 96749 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96749?
96749 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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