For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 244 students in 96704, HI (there are , serving 31 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 96704, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96704, HI are Hookena Elementary School and Honaunau Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96704 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96704, HI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96704, HI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hookena Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
86-4355 Mamalahoa Hwy
Captain Cook, HI 96704
(808) 328-2710
Captain Cook, HI 96704
(808) 328-2710
Gr: PK-5 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Honaunau Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
83-5360 Mamalahoa Hwy
Captain Cook, HI 96704
(808) 328-2727
Captain Cook, HI 96704
(808) 328-2727
Gr: PK-5 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 96704, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in 96704, HI include Hookena Elementary School and Honaunau Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96704?
2 public schools are located in 96704.
What percentage of students in 96704 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 96704 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96704?
96704 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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