Public schools in Kailua, HI
13 open public schools with an address in Kailua, operated by 1 education agency. Compare size, staffing, grade spans, and school type, then confirm assignment with the district.
Public schools
13
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
Reported students
5,875
13 schools reporting · NCES 2024–25
Median student–teacher ratio
14.3:1
Hawaii median 14.1:1
Charter schools
1
0 virtual
An overview of Kailua public schools
The federal directory lists 13 public schools in Kailua, HI: 9 elementary, 1 middle, 3 high. The 13 schools that reported 2024–25 membership enrolled 5,875 students, an average of 452 per school. The largest campus is Kalaheo High School (874 students), and the largest elementary school is Mokapu Elementary School (805).
Every listed school belongs to Hawaii Department of Education. City names come from school mailing addresses, which often differ from district or municipal boundaries.
Across schools that reported staffing, the median student–teacher ratio is 14.3:1, similar to the statewide school median of 14.1:1. A ratio counts classroom-teacher FTE against total enrollment, so specialized programs and part-time staffing can move it; ask schools for actual class sizes by grade.
School choice options include 1 charter school. Application windows and lotteries usually open months before the school year.
Among 2 high and combined schools with 2021–22 civil-rights data, 2 reported students enrolled in AP courses and 2 of 3 reported computer-science classes. Confirm current course catalogs directly with each school.
About 25% of students in reporting schools were eligible for free or reduced-price meals in 2024–25. This describes the community served; it is not a quality signal, and community-eligibility schools can report differently.
School districts and agencies serving Kailua
Elementary schools in Kailua
9| School | Grades | Students | Ratio | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aikahi Elementary School Hawaii Department of Education | PK–06 | 485 | 14.7:1 | |
| Enchanted Lake Elementary School Hawaii Department of Education | PK–06 | 258 | 14.3:1 | |
| Ka'ohao Public Charter School Hawaii Department of Education · Charter | PK–06 | 332 | 15.1:1 | |
| Kaelepulu Elementary School Hawaii Department of Education | PK–06 | 188 | 13.4:1 | |
| Kailua Elementary School Hawaii Department of Education | PK–06 | 267 | 14.1:1 | |
| Kainalu Elementary School Hawaii Department of Education | PK–06 | 559 | 15.1:1 | |
| Keolu Elementary School Hawaii Department of Education | PK–06 | 125 | 12.5:1 | |
| Maunawili Elementary School Hawaii Department of Education | PK–06 | 361 | 13.4:1 | |
| Mokapu Elementary School Hawaii Department of Education | PK–06 | 805 | 15.8:1 |
Middle schools in Kailua
1| School | Grades | Students | Ratio | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kailua Intermediate School Hawaii Department of Education | 07–08 | 749 | 15.9:1 |
High schools in Kailua
3| School | Grades | Students | Ratio | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kailua High School Hawaii Department of Education | 09–12 | 795 | 13.1:1 | |
| Kalaheo High School Hawaii Department of Education | 09–12 | 874 | 17.1:1 | |
| Olomana School Hawaii Department of Education · Alternative School | 07–12 | 77 | 2.1:1 |
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White33%
- Hispanic21.6%
- Black1.4%
- Asian6.1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander15.3%
- Multiracial22.5%
Enrollment-weighted across 13 Kailua schools with NCES CCD 2024–25 race/ethnicity counts (5,875 students). Privacy suppression can leave small gaps.
Questions about public schools in Kailua
How many public schools are in Kailua, HI?
The current NCES directory lists 13 open public schools with a location address in Kailua: 9 elementary, 1 middle, 3 high. Together they reported 5,875 students in 2024–25. The count includes charter, alternative, and special-purpose public schools; it excludes private schools.
Which school districts serve Kailua?
All listed public schools with an address in Kailua belong to Hawaii Department of Education. Mailing cities do not always match district boundaries, so confirm the district for a specific home address.
What is the largest public high school in Kailua?
Kalaheo High School reported the largest high-school enrollment in Kailua, with 874 students in 2024–25 (grades 09–12). Size is a description of the campus, not a quality measure.
Are there charter schools in Kailua?
Yes. 1 of the 13 public schools in Kailua are identified as charter schools in the NCES directory, including Ka'ohao Public Charter School. Charter schools are public and tuition-free, but admission usually uses an application or lottery.
What is the typical student–teacher ratio in Kailua schools?
The median reported student–teacher ratio across Kailua public schools is 14.3:1, similar to the Hawaii school median of 14.1:1. The ratio divides enrollment by classroom-teacher FTE; it is not an average class size.
Does living in Kailua guarantee a seat at a specific school?
No. Assignment depends on the district's attendance boundaries, programs, and enrollment rules, which can split a city or cross city lines. Use the district profile and its official boundary or school-locator tool to confirm the assigned school for an exact address.
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Sources: NCES Common Core of Data 2025–26 preliminary directory (schools, grades, addresses, charter status) and 2024–25 nonfiscal files (enrollment, teachers, race/ethnicity, meal eligibility); Civil Rights Data Collection 2021–22 (AP and computer science). Cities are grouped by school mailing address. Methodology · All Hawaii cities