Best Public Middle Schools in Lihue, HI (2025-26)

Best Lihue Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,014 students in Lihue, HI.

The top ranked public middle schools in Lihue, HI are Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School and Kawaikini - Ncpcs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Lihue, HI public middle schools have an score of 41% (versus the Hawaii public middle school average of 32%), and score of 45% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in Lihue have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Hawaii public middle schools.

Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public middle school average of 88% (majority Asian and Hispanic).

Best Public Middle Schools in Lihue, HI (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School

(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
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4431 Nuhou St
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 241-3200

Gr: 6-8 | 846 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%

Rank: #22.

Kawaikini - Ncpcs

Charter School

(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
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3-1821 J Kaumualii Hwy
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 632-2032

Gr: K-12 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in Lihue, HI?

The top ranked public middle schools in Lihue, HI include Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School and Kawaikini - Ncpcs.

How many public middle schools are located in Lihue?

2 public middle schools are located in Lihue.

What is the racial composition of students in Lihue?

Lihue public middle schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public middle schools average of 88% (majority Asian and Hispanic).