For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 539 students in 96755, HI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 96755, HI are 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 elementary schools in zipcode 96755 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Hawaii public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 96755, HI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public elementary school average of 88% (majority Asian).
Best 96755, HI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 elementary schools in 96755, HI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 96755, HI include Kohala Elementary School and Kohala Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 96755?
2 public elementary schools are located in 96755.
What is the racial composition of students in 96755?
96755 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public elementary schools average of 88% (majority Asian).
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