For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,122 students in 96749, HI (there are , serving 2,665 private students). 54% of all K-12 students in 96749, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96749, HI are Keaau Elementary School, Keaau High School and Ke Kula O Nawahiokalaniopuu Iki - Laboratory Pcs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96749 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96749, HI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96749, HI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Keaau Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
16-680 Keaau-pahoa Rd
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4210
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4210
Gr: PK-5 | 821 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Keaau High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16-725 Keaau-pahoa Rd
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4220
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4220
Gr: 9-12 | 1,014 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Ke Kula O Nawahiokalaniopuu Iki - Laboratory Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
16-120 Opukahaia St, Suite 2
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4260
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4260
Gr: PK-8 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Keaau Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15-565 Keaau-pahoa Rd
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4200
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-4200
Gr: 6-8 | 760 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 96749, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in 96749, HI include Keaau Elementary School, Keaau High School and Ke Kula O Nawahiokalaniopuu Iki - Laboratory Pcs.
How many public schools are located in 96749?
4 public schools are located in 96749.
What percentage of students in 96749 go to public school?
54% of all K-12 students in 96749 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96749?
96749 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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