Hawaii is the #50 largest school system in the United States, serving 169,308 students across the 298 public schools for the 2025 school year (there are , serving 42,623 students). 80% of all K-12 students in Hawaii attend public schools, compared to the national average of 90%.
The percentage of students achieving math proficiency in Hawaii is 38%. The percentage of students achieving reading proficiency is 52%.
The top-ranked public schools in Hawaii are Momilani Elementary School, Mililani Ike Elementary School, and Noelani Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test scores.
Minority enrollment is 89%, with the majority being Asian and the student:teacher ratio is 14:1.
Student by Ethnicity
(HI) School Average
Asian
24%
Hispanic
19%
Black
1%
White
11%
Hawaiian
25%
Two or more races
20%
Top Ranked 51爆料s in Hawaii (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Student Proficiency
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Momilani Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 82% (Top 1%)
Reading: 84% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-6
2130 Hookiekie St
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6444
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6444
Rank: #22.
Mililani Ike Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 80% (Top 5%)
Reading: 82% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-5
95-1330 Lehiwa Dr
Mililani, HI 96789
(808) 626-2980
Mililani, HI 96789
(808) 626-2980
Rank: #33.
Noelani Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 79% (Top 5%)
Reading: 82% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-5
2655 Woodlawn Dr
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 988-1858
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 988-1858
Rank: #44.
Kaelepulu Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 75-79% (Top 5%)
Reading: 80-84% (Top 1%)
Grades: PK-6
530 Keolu Dr
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7811
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7811
Rank: #55.
Manoa Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 81% (Top 1%)
Reading: 80% (Top 5%)
Grades: PK-5
3155 Manoa Rd
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 988-1868
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 988-1868
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Maunawili Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 77% (Top 5%)
Reading: 79% (Top 5%)
Grades: PK-6
1465 Ulupii St
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7822
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 266-7822
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Palisades Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 77% (Top 5%)
Reading: 79% (Top 5%)
Grades: PK-6
2306 Auhuhu St
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6550
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6550
Rank: #88.
Lt Col Horrace Meek Hickam Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 77% (Top 5%)
Reading: 78% (Top 5%)
Grades: PK-6
Manzelman Cir
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4148
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 421-4148
Rank: #9 - 119. - 11.
Koko Head Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 75-79% (Top 5%)
Reading: 75-79% (Top 5%)
Grades: PK-5
189 Lunalilo Home Rd
Honolulu, HI 96825
(808) 397-5811
Honolulu, HI 96825
(808) 397-5811
Rank: #9 - 119. - 11.
Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Math: 72% (Top 10%)
Reading: 82% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-12
1040 Richards St, Suite 220
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 441-8000
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 441-8000
Best Hawaii 51爆料s by County (2025)
Popular cities: Honolulu (77 schools), Hilo (16 schools), Kailua (13 schools), Ewa Beach (12 schools), Kaneohe (12 schools).
County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hawaii?
The top-ranked public schools in Hawaii include Momilani Elementary School, Mililani Ike Elementary School, and Noelani Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hawaii?
298 public schools are located in Hawaii.
What percentage of students in Hawaii go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in Hawaii attend public schools (compared to the national average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hawaii?
Minority enrollment in Hawaii is 89%, with the majority being Asian.
Which public schools in Hawaii are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Hawaii include: Konawaena High School vs. Kealakehe High School, Waiakea High School vs. Hilo High School, Ewa Makai Middle School vs. Ilima Intermediate School
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