For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,072 students in 96744, HI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 96744, HI are Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School, Puohala Elementary School and Hakipuu Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 96744 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Hawaii public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 96744, HI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public middle school average of 88% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Best 96744, HI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
46-155 Kamehameha Hwy
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5727
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5727
Gr: 7-8 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Puohala Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
45-233 Kulauli St
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5660
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-5660
Gr: PK-8 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Hakipuu Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
45-720 Keaahala Rd, Cottage #1
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 235-9155
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 235-9155
Gr: 5-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Ke Kula O Samuel M Kamakau - A Laboratory Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
46-500 Kuneki St
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 235-9175
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 235-9175
Gr: PK-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 96744, HI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 96744, HI include Governor Samuel Wilder King Intermediate School, Puohala Elementary School and Hakipuu Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 96744?
4 public middle schools are located in 96744.
What is the racial composition of students in 96744?
96744 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public middle schools average of 88% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
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