For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,290 students in 96743, HI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 96743, HI are Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs, Waimea Elementary School and Waimea Middle - Pccs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 96743 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Hawaii public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 96743, HI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Hawaii public elementary school average of 88% (majority Asian).
Best 96743, HI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
64-1043 Hiiaka St
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 887-8144
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 887-8144
Grades: K-12
| 625 students
Rank: #22.
Waimea Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
67-1225 Mamalahoa Hwy
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 887-7636
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 887-7636
Grades: PK-5
| 456 students
Rank: #33.
Waimea Middle - Pccs
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
67-1229 Mamalahoa Hwy
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 887-6090
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 887-6090
Grades: 6-8
| 209 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 96743, HI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 96743, HI include Kanu O Ka Aina - New Century Pcs, Waimea Elementary School and Waimea Middle - Pccs.
How many public elementary schools are located in 96743?
3 public elementary schools are located in 96743.
What is the racial composition of students in 96743?
96743 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Hawaii public elementary schools average of 88% (majority Asian).
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