For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 178 students in 96817, HI.
The top-ranked public middle 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 middle school in zipcode 96817 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Hawaii public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 96817, HI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Hawaii public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Hawaii public middle school average of 88% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Best 96817, HI Public Middle 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 middle schools in 96817, HI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 96817, HI include School For Examining Essential Questions Of Sustainability.
How many public middle schools are located in 96817?
1 public middle schools are located in 96817.
What is the racial composition of students in 96817?
96817 public middle schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Hawaii public middle schools average of 88% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
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