For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 520 students in 96777, HI.
The top ranked public school in 96777, HI is Kau High & Pahala Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 96777 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96777, HI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96777, HI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kau High & Pahala Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
96-3150 Pikake St
Pahala, HI 96777
(808) 928-2088
Pahala, HI 96777
(808) 928-2088
Grades: PK-12
| 520 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96777, HI?
The top ranked public schools in 96777, HI include Kau High & Pahala Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96777?
1 public schools are located in 96777.
What is the racial composition of students in 96777?
96777 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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