Best Pahala Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 488 students in Pahala, HI.
The top-ranked public school in Pahala, HI is Kau High & Pahala Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pahala, HI public school have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Pahala have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).

Best Public Schools in Pahala, HI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kau High & Pahala Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
96-3150 Pikake St
Pahala, HI 96777
(808) 928-2088
Gr: PK-12 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Pahala, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in Pahala, HI include Kau High & Pahala Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Pahala?
1 public schools are located in Pahala.
What is the racial composition of students in Pahala?
Pahala public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).

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