| Metric | Hawaii Department of Education | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 170,209 | 3,544 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 295 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $23,878/yr | $17,619/yr | ↑ 36% above avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | — Not comparable | — | Single-district state |
🔢 The proficiency data for this district
Hawaii has only one statewide public school district, so there is no in-state peer group to rank it against — a percentile/rating score would not be meaningful.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2021–22 school year. Full methodology →
- Helemano Elementary School — 1.6 mi · Grades PK–5 · 417 students
- Wahiawa Elementary School — 2.3 mi · Grades PK–5 · 429 students
- Kamalani Academy — 2.5 mi · Grades PK–8 · 110 students
- Leilehua High School — 2.6 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,521 students
- Iliahi Elementary School — 2.7 mi · Grades PK–5 · 313 students
- Wahiawa Middle School — 3.0 mi · Grades 6–8 · 694 students
- Kaala Elementary School — 3.1 mi · Grades PK–5 · 381 students
- Daniel K Inouye Elementary School — 3.5 mi · Grades PK–5 · 591 students
About Hawaii Department of Education
Families in zip code 96786 (Wahiawa, Hawaii) are assigned to Hawaii Department of Education for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Understanding Hawaii’s Single-District System
Hawaii Department of Education is the only public school district in the state of Hawaii — every zip code statewide is served by the same district. SDF’s 1–10 ratings work by ranking a district’s reading and math proficiency against other districts in the same state; because Hawaii has no other in-state district to compare against, a rank-based score for Hawaii Department of Education is not meaningful and we do not display one. Families evaluating schools in Hawaii should look at individual school performance (listed on this page) rather than a district-level rating.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 96786
Children in zip code 96786 are assigned to Hawaii Department of Education for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 96786, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Hawaii Department of Education at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Hawaii districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Wahiawa
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Hawaii Department of Education serves zip code 96786, homes in and around zip code 96786 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Hawaii, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Hawaii Department of Education programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 96786.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Hawaii Department of Education before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 96786 data.