Best Schools in Kapaau, Hawaii
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Kapaau by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Kohala High School
High · Hawaii Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Kohala Middle School
Middle · Hawaii Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Kohala Elementary School
Elementary · Hawaii Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Kapaau for 2026 are Kohala High School (6.1/10), Kohala Middle School (4.7/10), and Kohala Elementary School (3.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$693,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$693,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Kapaau
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kohala High School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Kohala Middle School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Kohala Elementary School | 3.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.8/10
- Median household income
- $98,429
- Median home value
- $693,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Kapaau compares
Hawaii rank
#23 of 29
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.5
below Hawaii avg (6.3)
Median household income
$98k
105% of Hawaii median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Kapaau, Hawaii
Kapaau, Hawaii is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.8 out of 10, schools in Kapaau 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 Kapaau is Kohala High School with a composite score of 6.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Kapaau is served by 1 school district: Hawaii Department of Education. These districts collectively serve 169,308 students.
Kapaau's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $98,429. The poverty rate in the area is 6.3%.
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 | 374 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 165 students · 6th–8th | 4.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 252 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 |
Schools in Kapaau
Kapaau, Hawaii · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$98,429
Median Home Value
$693,200
Median Rent
$1,381/mo
Population
3,548
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
83%
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Community Profile
Kapaau has a median household income of $98,429. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $693,200, with a median rent of $1,381/month. The local poverty rate of 6.3% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Hawaii
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Kapaau, Hawaii
How many schools are in Kapaau, Hawaii?
Kapaau has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Kapaau, Hawaii?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Kapaau is 4.8 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 Kapaau, Hawaii?
The top-ranked school in Kapaau on MySchoolScout is Kohala High School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Kapaau, Hawaii?
The top-ranked elementary school in Kapaau on MySchoolScout is Kohala Elementary School with a composite score of 3.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Kapaau, Hawaii?
The top-ranked middle school in Kapaau on MySchoolScout is Kohala Middle School with a composite score of 4.7/10.
What is the best high school in Kapaau, Hawaii?
The top-ranked high school in Kapaau on MySchoolScout is Kohala High School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Kapaau, Hawaii?
Kapaau is served by 1 school district: Hawaii Department of Education.
What is the education level in Kapaau, Hawaii?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Kapaau have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Kapaau, Hawaii?
The median household income in Kapaau is approximately $98,429 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Kapaau, Hawaii?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Kapaau is 13.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Kapaau, 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.