For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,402 students in 96817, HI (there are 9 private schools, serving 8,124 private students). 43% of all K-12 students in 96817, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96817, HI are Nuuanu Elementary School, Maemae Elementary School and Kapalama Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96817 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96817, HI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96817, HI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nuuanu Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3055 Puiwa Ln
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 595-5422
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 595-5422
Gr: PK-5 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Maemae Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
319 Wyllie St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 595-5400
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 595-5400
Gr: PK-5 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Kapalama Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1601 North School St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3290
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3290
Gr: PK-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Lanakila Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
717 North Kuakini St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 587-4466
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 587-4466
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
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Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1728 Nuuanu Ave
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 677-3377
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 677-3377
Gr: 6-8 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #66.
Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1618 Palama St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3370
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3370
Gr: PK-5 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #77.
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1564 North King St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3600
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,094 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #88.
Kalihi Kai Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
626 Mcneill St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3322
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3322
Gr: PK-5 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #99.
Kauluwela Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1486 Aala St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 587-4447
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 587-4447
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Princess Victoria Kaiulani Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
783 North King St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3160
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 832-3160
Gr: PK-5 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 96817, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in 96817, HI include Nuuanu Elementary School, Maemae Elementary School and Kapalama Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 96817?
10 public schools are located in 96817.
What percentage of students in 96817 go to public school?
43% of all K-12 students in 96817 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 81%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96817?
96817 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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