For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,116 students in Kihei, HI.
The top-ranked public preschools in Kihei, HI are Kamalii Elementary School and Kihei Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kihei, HI public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Hawaii public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Pre schools in Kihei have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public preschool average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Kihei, HI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kamalii Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
180 Kealii Alanui
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6840
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6840
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Kihei Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
250 E Lipoa St
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6818
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6818
Gr: PK-5 | 733 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Kihei, HI?
The top-ranked public preschools in Kihei, HI include Kamalii Elementary School and Kihei Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Kihei?
2 public preschools are located in Kihei.
What is the racial composition of students in Kihei?
Kihei public preschools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public preschools average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Kihei are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Kihei include: Kamalii Elementary School vs. Kihei Elementary School, Kihei Elementary School vs. Kamalii Elementary School
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