For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,528 students in 96761, HI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 96761, HI are King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School, Lahaina Intermediate School and Princess Nahienaena Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 96761 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Hawaii public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 96761, HI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Hawaii public elementary school average of 88% (majority Asian).
Best 96761, HI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 Akahele St
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 662-3955
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 662-3955
Grades: PK-5
| 492 students
Rank: #22.
Lahaina Intermediate School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
871 Lahainaluna Rd
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 662-3965
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 662-3965
Grades: 6-8
| 521 students
Rank: #33.
Princess Nahienaena Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
816 Niheu St
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 662-4020
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 662-4020
Grades: PK-5
| 515 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 96761, HI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 96761, HI include King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School, Lahaina Intermediate School and Princess Nahienaena Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 96761?
3 public elementary schools are located in 96761.
What is the racial composition of students in 96761?
96761 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Hawaii public elementary schools average of 88% (majority Asian).
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