For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,262 students in 96766, HI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 96766, HI are King Kaumualii Elementary School, Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School and Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 96766 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Hawaii public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 96766, HI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public elementary school average of 88% (majority Asian).
Best 96766, HI ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
King Kaumualii Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4381 Hanamaulu Rd
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 241-3150
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 241-3150
Gr: PK-5 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4319 Hardy St
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 274-3150
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 274-3150
Gr: PK-5 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4431 Nuhou St
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 241-3200
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 241-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 846 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Kawaikini - Ncpcs
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3-1821 J Kaumualii Hwy
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 632-2032
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 632-2032
Gr: K-12 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 96766, HI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 96766, HI include King Kaumualii Elementary School, Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School and Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 96766?
4 public elementary schools are located in 96766.
What is the racial composition of students in 96766?
96766 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public elementary schools average of 88% (majority Asian).
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