For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 178 students in 96817, HI.
The top-ranked public charter school in 96817, HI is School For Examining Essential Questions Of Sustainability. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 96817 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Hawaii public charter school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Charter schools in 96817, HI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Hawaii public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public charter school average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96817, HI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
School For Examining Essential Questions Of Sustainability
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1728 Nuuanu Ave
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 677-3377
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 677-3377
Gr: 6-8 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
96817, Hawaii Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
401 Waiakamilo Rd, Unit 1a
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3594
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3594
Gr: K-12 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 81:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 96817, HI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 96817, HI include School For Examining Essential Questions Of Sustainability.
How many public charter schools are located in 96817?
1 public charter schools are located in 96817.
What is the racial composition of students in 96817?
96817 public charter schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public charter schools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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