For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 779 students in 96796, HI.
The top-ranked public high school in 96796, HI is Waimea High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 96796 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Hawaii public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 96796, HI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 96796 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Hawaii average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Waimea High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Hawaii or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public high school average of 88% (majority Asian).
Best 96796, HI Public High Schools (2026)
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: 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
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 96796, HI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 96796, HI include Waimea High School.
How many public high schools are located in 96796?
2 public high schools are located in 96796.
What is the racial composition of students in 96796?
96796 public high schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public high schools average of 88% (majority Asian).
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