For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,672 students in 96740, HI.
The top ranked public high schools in 96740, HI are West Hawaii Explorations Academy and Kealakehe High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 96740 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Hawaii public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 96740, HI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Hawaii public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 96740 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Hawaii average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West Hawaii Explorations Academy, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Hawaii or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public high school average of 88% (majority Asian).
Best 96740, HI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Hawaii Explorations Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
73-4500 Kahilihili St
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 327-4751
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 327-4751
Grades: 6-12
| 275 students
Rank: #22.
Kealakehe High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
74-5000 Puohulihuli St
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 327-4300
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 327-4300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,397 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 96740, HI?
The top ranked public high schools in 96740, HI include West Hawaii Explorations Academy and Kealakehe High School.
How many public high schools are located in 96740?
2 public high schools are located in 96740.
What is the racial composition of students in 96740?
96740 public high schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Hawaii public high schools average of 88% (majority Asian).
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