For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 354 students in Kula, HI (there are , serving 656 private students). 35% of all K-12 students in Kula, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top-ranked public school in Kula, HI is Kula Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kula, HI public school have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Kula have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best Public Schools in Kula, HI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kula Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5000 Kula Hwy
Kula, HI 96790
(808) 876-7610
Kula, HI 96790
(808) 876-7610
Gr: PK-5 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Kula, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in Kula, HI include Kula Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Kula?
1 public schools are located in Kula.
What percentage of students in Kula go to public school?
35% of all K-12 students in Kula are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in Kula?
Kula public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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