For the 2025 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 45% (versus the Hawaii public pre school average of 44%), 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kamalii Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
180 Kealii Alanui
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6840
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6840
Grades: PK-5
| 383 students
Rank: #22.
Kihei Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
250 E Lipoa St
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6818
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 875-6818
Grades: PK-5
| 733 students
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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