SUNSET BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Sunset Beach Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Hawaii Department of Education school district, located in Haleiwa, HI with about 443 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 28 teachers, Sunset Beach Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Sunset Beach Elementary School, located on the historic North Shore of Oahu in Haleiwa, Hawaii, is a public school that serves students from kindergarten through sixth grade. Nestled in a community renowned for its world-famous surf breaks and rural charm, the school reflects the unique cultural and environmental landscape of the North Shore. It is part of the Hawaii State Department of Education and emphasizes a commitment to academic growth, character development, and fostering a strong sense of community among its students, faculty, and local families.
The school is known for its relatively small, tight-knit campus environment, which allows for personalized attention and a supportive atmosphere. Beyond traditional academics, Sunset Beach Elementary often incorporates the natural beauty of its coastal surroundings into its culture, promoting values such as stewardship and respect for the local environment. By blending rigorous educational standards with the distinct "aloha spirit" of the North Shore, the school strives to prepare its students not only for middle school success but also to be thoughtful, engaged members of the Hawaii community.
For more information, contact Sunset Beach Elementary School at (808) 638-8777 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Haleiwa, HI 96712
(808) 638-8777
SUNSET BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Haleiwa, HI with about 443 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Hawaii
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Hawaii Department of Education
- Total Students:
- 443
- Teachers:
- 28
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 443 students
- White
- 44.2%
- Two or more races
- 28.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 12.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 11.7%
- Asian
- 1.8%
- Black or African American
- 0.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Female
- 42.7%
- Male
- 57.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.