For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,972 students in 96732, HI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 96732, HI are Pomaikai Elementary School, Lihikai Elementary School and Kahului Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 96732 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Hawaii public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Pre schools in 96732, HI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public preschool average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Best 96732, HI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pomaikai Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4650 S Kamehameha Ave
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 876-7610
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 876-7610
Gr: PK-5 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Lihikai Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
335 S Papa Ave
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 873-3033
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 873-3033
Gr: PK-5 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Kahului Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
410 S Hina Ave
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 873-3055
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 873-3055
Gr: PK-5 | 795 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 96732, HI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 96732, HI include Pomaikai Elementary School, Lihikai Elementary School and Kahului Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 96732?
3 public preschools are located in 96732.
What is the racial composition of students in 96732?
96732 public preschools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public preschools average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
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