NANAKULI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Nanakuli Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Hawaii Department of Education school district, located in Waianae, HI with about 430 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 27 teachers, Nanakuli 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.

Nanakuli Elementary School, located in Waianae, Hawaii, serves a diverse student population on the leeward coast of Oahu. As part of the Hawaii State Department of Education, the school is deeply integrated into the Nanakuli community, a region with a strong cultural heritage and a commitment to preserving Hawaiian traditions. The school’s mission emphasizes creating a supportive learning environment that fosters academic growth while honoring the unique identity and history of its students and their families.

The school places a significant focus on holistic development, integrating literacy, mathematics, and science with social-emotional learning to prepare students for success in the 21st century. Because of its location in a tight-knit community, Nanakuli Elementary often prioritizes strong partnerships between parents, local leaders, and educators to address the specific needs of the student body. By emphasizing both rigorous academic standards and culturally responsive teaching, the school strives to empower its students to become confident, responsible citizens who contribute positively to their island community.

For more information, contact Nanakuli Elementary School at (808) 668-5813 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.