For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 521 students in 96729, HI.
The top ranked public schools in 96729, HI are Molokai Middle School and Molokai High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96729 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96729, HI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96729, HI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Molokai Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2175 Lihipali Ave
Hoolehua, HI 96729
(808) 567-6940
Hoolehua, HI 96729
(808) 567-6940
Grades: 7-8
| 189 students
Rank: #22.
Molokai High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2140 Farrington Ave
Hoolehua, HI 96729
(808) 567-6950
Hoolehua, HI 96729
(808) 567-6950
Grades: 9-12
| 332 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96729, HI?
The top ranked public schools in 96729, HI include Molokai Middle School and Molokai High School.
How many public schools are located in 96729?
2 public schools are located in 96729.
What is the racial composition of students in 96729?
96729 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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