Best 96712 Hawaii Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 555 students in 96712, HI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 96712, HI are Sunset Beach Elementary School and Haleiwa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 96712 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Hawaii public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 51% statewide average). Pre schools in 96712, HI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Hawaii public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public preschool average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).

Best 96712, HI Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunset Beach Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
59-360 Kamehameha Hwy
Haleiwa, HI 96712
(808) 638-8777
Gr: PK-6 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Haleiwa Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
66-505 Haleiwa Rd
Haleiwa, HI 96712
(808) 637-8237
Gr: PK-6 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 96712, HI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 96712, HI include Sunset Beach Elementary School and Haleiwa Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 96712?
2 public preschools are located in 96712.
What is the racial composition of students in 96712?
96712 public preschools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public preschools average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).

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