Best Hanalei Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 183 students in Hanalei, HI.
The top-ranked public school in Hanalei, HI is Hanalei Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hanalei, HI public school have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Hanalei have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).

Best Public Schools in Hanalei, HI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hanalei Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5-5415 Kuhio Hwy
Hanalei, HI 96714
(808) 826-4300
Gr: PK-6 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 51%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Hanalei, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in Hanalei, HI include Hanalei Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hanalei?
1 public schools are located in Hanalei.
What is the racial composition of students in Hanalei?
Hanalei public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).

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