For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,043 students in 96791, HI (there are , serving 121 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 96791, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top ranked public schools in 96791, HI are Waialua Elementary School and Waialua High & Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96791 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96791, HI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96791, HI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Waialua Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
67-020 Waialua Beach Rd
Waialua, HI 96791
(808) 637-8228
Waialua, HI 96791
(808) 637-8228
Grades: PK-6
| 435 students
Rank: #22.
Waialua High & Intermediate School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
67-160 Farrington Hwy
Waialua, HI 96791
(808) 637-8200
Waialua, HI 96791
(808) 637-8200
Grades: 7-12
| 608 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96791, HI?
The top ranked public schools in 96791, HI include Waialua Elementary School and Waialua High & Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 96791?
2 public schools are located in 96791.
What percentage of students in 96791 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 96791 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96791?
96791 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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