For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,281 students in 96753, HI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 96753, HI are Kamalii Elementary School, Kihei Elementary School and Kihei Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 96753 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Hawaii public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 96753, HI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public elementary school average of 88% (majority Asian).
Best 96753, HI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kamalii Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
180 Kealii Alanui
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6840
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6840
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Kihei Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
250 E Lipoa St
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6818
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6818
Gr: PK-5 | 733 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Kihei Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
650 Lipoa Pkwy
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-0700
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-0700
Gr: K-12 | 676 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Lokelani Intermediate School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Liloa Dr
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6800
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6800
Gr: 6-8 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 96753, HI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 96753, HI include Kamalii Elementary School, Kihei Elementary School and Kihei Charter School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 96753?
4 public elementary schools are located in 96753.
What is the racial composition of students in 96753?
96753 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public elementary schools average of 88% (majority Asian).
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