WAIAU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Waiau Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Hawaii Department of Education school district, located in Pearl City, HI with about 482 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 35 teachers, Waiau Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Waiau Elementary School is a public elementary school located in Pearl City, Hawaii, serving students from kindergarten through sixth grade. Part of the Hawaii Department of Education’s Central District, the school is situated in a residential community and focuses on providing a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the development of strong character. The school is known for fostering a close-knit campus culture, often drawing from the surrounding Pearl City neighborhood to create a diverse and engaged student body.

Academically, Waiau Elementary emphasizes foundational literacy and numeracy while integrating 21st-century learning skills to prepare students for middle school and beyond. The school faculty is committed to data-driven instruction and collaborative teaching, working to meet the individual needs of its learners through various support systems. Beyond the classroom, the school encourages student involvement in extracurricular activities and promotes values such as respect, responsibility, and perseverance, aiming to nurture well-rounded citizens within the Hawaii educational system.

For more information, contact Waiau Elementary School at (808) 453-6530 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.