For the 2025 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 25% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 38%), 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hookena Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
86-4355 Mamalahoa Hwy
Captain Cook, HI 96704
(808) 328-2710
Captain Cook, HI 96704
(808) 328-2710
Grades: PK-5
| 99 students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 145 students
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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