Best Schools in Honokaa, Hawaii
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Honokaa by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Honokaa Elementary School
Elementary · Hawaii Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Honokaa High & Intermediate School
High · Hawaii Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$559,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$559,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Honokaa
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Honokaa Elementary School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Honokaa High & Intermediate School | 6.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $83,534
- Median home value
- $559,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Honokaa compares
Median household income
$84k
89% of Hawaii median
About Schools in Honokaa, Hawaii
Honokaa, Hawaii is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Honokaa show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Honokaa is Honokaa Elementary School with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Honokaa is served by 1 school district: Hawaii Department of Education. These districts collectively serve 169,308 students.
Honokaa's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $83,534. The poverty rate in the area is 6.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 376 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 669 students · 7th–12th | 6.2 |
Schools in Honokaa
Honokaa, Hawaii · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$83,534
Median Home Value
$559,900
Median Rent
$1,218/mo
Population
4,759
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
6.0%
Community Profile
Honokaa has a median household income of $83,534. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $559,900, with a median rent of $1,218/month. The local poverty rate of 6.0% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Hawaii
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Honokaa, Hawaii
How many schools are in Honokaa, Hawaii?
Honokaa has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Honokaa, Hawaii?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Honokaa is 6.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Honokaa, Hawaii?
The top-ranked school in Honokaa on MySchoolScout is Honokaa Elementary School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Honokaa, Hawaii?
The top-ranked elementary school in Honokaa on MySchoolScout is Honokaa Elementary School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best high school in Honokaa, Hawaii?
The top-ranked high school in Honokaa on MySchoolScout is Honokaa High & Intermediate School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
How many school districts serve Honokaa, Hawaii?
Honokaa is served by 1 school district: Hawaii Department of Education.
What is the education level in Honokaa, Hawaii?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Honokaa have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Honokaa, Hawaii?
The median household income in Honokaa is approximately $83,534 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Honokaa, Hawaii?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Honokaa is 15.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Honokaa, Hawaii?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Hawaii Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.