For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,438 students in 96740, HI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 96740, HI are Kahakai Elementary School and Kealakehe Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 96740 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Hawaii public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 51% statewide average). Pre schools in 96740, HI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Hawaii public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public preschool average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Best 96740, HI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kahakai Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
76-147 Royal Poinciana Dr
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 327-4313
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 327-4313
Gr: PK-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Kealakehe Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
74-5118 Kealakaa St
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 327-4308
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 327-4308
Gr: PK-5 | 900 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 96740, HI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 96740, HI include Kahakai Elementary School and Kealakehe Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 96740?
2 public preschools are located in 96740.
What is the racial composition of students in 96740?
96740 public preschools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Hawaii public preschools average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).