Best Schools in Kahuku, Hawaii
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Kahuku High & Intermediate School
High · Hawaii Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Kahuku Elementary School
Elementary · 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
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$812,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$812,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Kahuku
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 | Kahuku High & Intermediate School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Kahuku Elementary School | 3.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.2/10
- Median household income
- $73,393
- Median home value
- $812,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 34%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 63%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Kahuku compares
Median household income
$73k
78% of Hawaii median
About Schools in Kahuku, Hawaii
Kahuku, 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 5.2 out of 10, schools in Kahuku 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 Kahuku is Kahuku High & Intermediate School with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Kahuku is served by 1 school district: Hawaii Department of Education. These districts collectively serve 169,308 students.
Kahuku's community shows 34% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,393. The poverty rate in the area is 11.3%.
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 | 349 students · Pre-K–6th | 3.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,414 students · 7th–12th | 6.5 |
Schools in Kahuku
Kahuku, Hawaii · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$73,393
Median Home Value
$812,500
Median Rent
$1,450/mo
Population
2,827
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Community Profile
Kahuku has a median household income of $73,393. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $812,500, with a median rent of $1,450/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.3%. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. 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
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Common questions about schools in Kahuku, Hawaii
How many schools are in Kahuku, Hawaii?
Kahuku has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Kahuku, Hawaii?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Kahuku is 5.2 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 Kahuku, Hawaii?
The top-ranked school in Kahuku on MySchoolScout is Kahuku High & Intermediate School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Kahuku, Hawaii?
The top-ranked elementary school in Kahuku on MySchoolScout is Kahuku Elementary School with a composite score of 3.8/10.
What is the best high school in Kahuku, Hawaii?
The top-ranked high school in Kahuku on MySchoolScout is Kahuku High & Intermediate School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Kahuku, Hawaii?
Kahuku is served by 1 school district: Hawaii Department of Education.
What is the education level in Kahuku, Hawaii?
According to Census data, 34% of adults in Kahuku have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Kahuku, Hawaii?
The median household income in Kahuku is approximately $73,393 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Kahuku, Hawaii?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Kahuku is 15.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Kahuku, 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.