For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 791 students in 96755, HI.
The top ranked public schools in 96755, HI are Kohala High School, Kohala Elementary School and Kohala Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96755 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96755, HI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96755, HI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kohala High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
54-3611 Akoni Pule Hwy
Kapaau, HI 96755
(808) 889-7117
Kapaau, HI 96755
(808) 889-7117
Grades: 9-12
| 252 students
Rank: #22.
Kohala Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
54-3609 Akoni Pule Hwy
Kapaau, HI 96755
(808) 889-7100
Kapaau, HI 96755
(808) 889-7100
Grades: PK-5
| 374 students
Rank: #33.
Kohala Middle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
53-4155 Akoni Pule Hwy
Kapaau, HI 96755
(808) 889-7119
Kapaau, HI 96755
(808) 889-7119
Grades: 6-8
| 165 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96755, HI?
The top ranked public schools in 96755, HI include Kohala High School, Kohala Elementary School and Kohala Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 96755?
3 public schools are located in 96755.
What is the racial composition of students in 96755?
96755 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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