| 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 →
- Niu Valley Middle School — 1.9 mi · Grades 6–8 · 786 students
- Aina Haina Elementary School — 2.2 mi · Grades PK–5 · 351 students
- Anuenue School — 2.6 mi · Grades PK–12 · 431 students
- Kalani High School — 2.7 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,455 students
- Palolo Elementary School — 2.8 mi · Grades PK–5 · 248 students
- Hahaione Elementary School — 2.8 mi · Grades PK–5 · 475 students
- Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School — 3.0 mi · Grades PK–5 · 513 students
- William P Jarrett Middle School — 3.2 mi · Grades 6–8 · 283 students
About Hawaii Department of Education
Zip code 96821 in Honolulu, Hawaii is served by Hawaii Department of Education for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Hawaii Department of Education’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
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 96821
Children in zip code 96821 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 96821, 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 (808)586-3400 or visit www.hawaiipublicschools.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. 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 Honolulu
For families considering a purchase in the Honolulu area, district assignment matters financially. Because Hawaii Department of Education serves zip code 96821, homes in and around zip code 96821 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 96821.
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 96821 data.