For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,017 students in 96782, HI (there are , serving 599 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 96782, HI are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
The top ranked public schools in 96782, HI are Momilani Elementary School, Palisades Elementary School and Pearl City Highlands School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96782 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Hawaii public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 96782, HI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Hawaii public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public school average of 89% (majority Asian).
Best 96782, HI 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Momilani Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2130 Hookiekie St
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6444
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6444
Gr: PK-6 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Palisades Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2306 Auhuhu St
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6550
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6550
Gr: PK-6 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Pearl City Highlands School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1419 Waimanalo Home Rd
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6470
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6470
Gr: PK-6 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Manana Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1147 Kumano St
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6430
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6430
Gr: PK-6 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Pearl City Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1090 Waimano Home Rd
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6455
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6455
Gr: PK-6 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #66.
Highlands Intermediate School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1460 Hoolaulea St
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6480
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6480
Gr: 7-8 | 842 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Pearl City High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2100 Hookiekie St
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6500
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,418 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Waiau Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
98-450 Hookanike St
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6530
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6530
Gr: PK-6 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Lehua Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
791 Lehua Ave
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6490
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 453-6490
Gr: PK-6 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96782, HI?
The top ranked public schools in 96782, HI include Momilani Elementary School, Palisades Elementary School and Pearl City Highlands School.
How many public schools are located in 96782?
9 public schools are located in 96782.
What percentage of students in 96782 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 96782 are educated in public schools (compared to the HI state average of 80%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96782?
96782 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Hawaii public schools average of 89% (majority Asian).
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