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Best 96817 Hawaii Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 3,295 students in 96817, HI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 96817, HI are Nuuanu Elementary School, Maemae Elementary School and Kapalama Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 96817 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Hawaii public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Pre schools in 96817, HI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Hawaii public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public preschool average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).

Best 96817, HI Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nuuanu Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
3055 Puiwa Ln
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 595-5422
Gr: PK-5 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Maemae Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
319 Wyllie St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 595-5400
Gr: PK-5 | 664 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Kapalama Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1601 North School St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3290
Gr: PK-5 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Lanakila Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
717 North Kuakini St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 587-4466
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1618 Palama St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3370
Gr: PK-5 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #66.
Kalihi Kai Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
626 Mcneill St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3322
Gr: PK-5 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #77.
Kauluwela Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1486 Aala St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 587-4447
Gr: PK-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Princess Victoria Kaiulani Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
783 North King St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3160
Gr: PK-5 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 96817 Hawaii

96817, Hawaii Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Halau Lokahi - A New Century Public Charter School (Closed 2016)
Charter School
401 Waiakamilo Rd, Unit 1a
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 preschools in 96817, HI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 96817, HI include Nuuanu Elementary School, Maemae Elementary School and Kapalama Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 96817?
8 public preschools are located in 96817.
What is the racial composition of students in 96817?
96817 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public preschools average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).

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