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3 schools in Kapaau

Hawaii · Public K-12

Kapaau's public-school directory totals 3 schools, with student enrollment near 812 (1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high).

7-year change in Kapaau

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
812
+50 (+7%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Kohala Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-05381
Kohala High SchoolHigh09-12259
Kohala Middle SchoolMiddle06-08172

About Kapaau

Across Kapaau, Hawaii, 3 public schools educates about 812 students between them.

For a sense of the school types, the city spans 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.

Schools in Kapaau average about 271 students each, 52% meaningfully below the Hawaii norm.

Looking at the last 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Kapaau has rose 7% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 762 students to 812.

On this page, the community for Kapaau discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Kapaau, Hawaii?
There are 3 public K-12 schools in Kapaau, with a combined enrollment of about 812.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Kapaau?
Kapaau has 1 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Kapaau?
Kohala Elementary School is the largest public school in Kapaau by enrollment, with approximately 381 students.
What school districts serve Kapaau?
Kapaau public schools are operated by Hawaii Department of Education.
What grade levels do public schools in Kapaau cover?
Public schools in Kapaau serve students from pre-K through grade 12.