For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,248 students in Lihue, HI.
The top ranked public preschools in Lihue, HI are King Kaumualii Elementary School and Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lihue, HI public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Hawaii public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). Pre schools in Lihue have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Hawaii public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public preschool average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Lihue, HI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
King Kaumualii Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4381 Hanamaulu Rd
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 241-3150
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 241-3150
Grades: PK-5
| 524 students
Rank: #22.
Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4319 Hardy St
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 274-3150
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 274-3150
Grades: PK-5
| 724 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Lihue, HI?
The top ranked public preschools in Lihue, HI include King Kaumualii Elementary School and Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Lihue?
2 public preschools are located in Lihue.
What is the racial composition of students in Lihue?
Lihue public preschools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public preschools average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Lihue are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Lihue include: King Kaumualii Elementary School vs. Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School, Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School vs. King Kaumualii Elementary School
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