For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 555 students in Haleiwa, HI.
The top-ranked public schools in Haleiwa, HI are Sunset Beach Elementary School and Haleiwa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Haleiwa, HI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Haleiwa have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best Public Schools in Haleiwa, HI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunset Beach Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
59-360 Kamehameha Hwy
Haleiwa, HI 96712
(808) 638-8777
Haleiwa, HI 96712
(808) 638-8777
Gr: PK-6 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Haleiwa Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
66-505 Haleiwa Rd
Haleiwa, HI 96712
(808) 637-8237
Haleiwa, HI 96712
(808) 637-8237
Gr: PK-6 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Haleiwa, HI?
The top-ranked public schools in Haleiwa, HI include Sunset Beach Elementary School and Haleiwa Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Haleiwa?
2 public schools are located in Haleiwa.
What is the racial composition of students in Haleiwa?
Haleiwa public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
Which public schools in Haleiwa are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Haleiwa include: Haleiwa Elementary School vs. Sunset Beach Elementary School
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