For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,264 students in 96796, HI.
The top ranked public schools in 96796, HI are Waimea High School and Waimea Canyon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 96796 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96796, HI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96796, HI ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waimea High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9707 Tsuchiya Rd
Waimea, HI 96796
(808) 338-6800
Waimea, HI 96796
(808) 338-6800
Gr: 9-12 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Waimea Canyon Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9555 Huakai Rd
Waimea, HI 96796
(808) 338-6830
Waimea, HI 96796
(808) 338-6830
Gr: 6-8 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
C/o Waimea High School, 9707 T
Waimea, HI 96796
(808) 338-6800
Waimea, HI 96796
(808) 338-6800
Gr: PK-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96796, HI?
The top ranked public schools in 96796, HI include Waimea High School and Waimea Canyon Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 96796?
3 public schools are located in 96796.
What is the racial composition of students in 96796?
96796 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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