For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,215 students in 96761, HI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 96761, HI are King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School, Lahaina Intermediate School and Princess Nahienaena Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 96761 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Hawaii public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 96761, HI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Hawaii public elementary school average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Best 96761, HI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Akahele St
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 662-3955
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 662-3955
Gr: PK-5 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Lahaina Intermediate School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
871 Lahainaluna Rd
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 662-3965
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 662-3965
Gr: 6-8 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Princess Nahienaena Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
816 Niheu St
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 662-4020
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 662-4020
Gr: PK-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 96761, HI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 96761, HI include King Kamehameha Iii Elementary School, Lahaina Intermediate School and Princess Nahienaena Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 96761?
3 public elementary schools are located in 96761.
What is the racial composition of students in 96761?
96761 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Hawaii public elementary schools average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
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