Best Schools in Papaikou, Hawaii
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary & Intermediate School
Elementary · Hawaii Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
2.7
out of 10
Median Home
$787,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
2.7
out of 10
Median Home
$787,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Papaikou
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary & Intermediate School | 2.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 2.7/10
- Median household income
- $94,083
- Median home value
- $787,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- 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 Papaikou compares
Median household income
$94k
101% of Hawaii median
About Schools in Papaikou, Hawaii
Papaikou, Hawaii is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 2.7 out of 10, schools in Papaikou face significant challenges 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 Papaikou is Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary & Intermediate School with a composite score of 2.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Papaikou is served by 1 school district: Hawaii Department of Education. These districts collectively serve 169,308 students.
Papaikou's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $94,083. The poverty rate in the area is 9.6%.
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 | 244 students · Pre-K–8th | 2.7 |
Schools in Papaikou
Papaikou, Hawaii · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$94,083
Median Home Value
$787,700
Median Rent
$1,495/mo
Population
1,993
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
83%
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Community Profile
Papaikou has a median household income of $94,083. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $787,700, with a median rent of $1,495/month. The local poverty rate of 9.6% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Hawaii
- Elementary
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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Common questions about schools in Papaikou, Hawaii
How many schools are in Papaikou, Hawaii?
Papaikou has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Papaikou, Hawaii?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Papaikou is 2.7 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 Papaikou, Hawaii?
The top-ranked school in Papaikou on MySchoolScout is Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary & Intermediate School with a composite score of 2.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Papaikou, Hawaii?
The top-ranked elementary school in Papaikou on MySchoolScout is Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary & Intermediate School with a composite score of 2.7/10.
How many school districts serve Papaikou, Hawaii?
Papaikou is served by 1 school district: Hawaii Department of Education.
What is the education level in Papaikou, Hawaii?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Papaikou have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Papaikou, Hawaii?
The median household income in Papaikou is approximately $94,083 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Papaikou, Hawaii?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Papaikou is 12.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Papaikou, 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.