WAHIAWA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Wahiawa Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Hawaii Department of Education school district, located in Wahiawa, HI with about 457 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 33 teachers, Wahiawa 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.

Wahiawa Elementary School, located in the central part of Oahu, serves a diverse student population in the historic town of Wahiawa. As part of the Hawaii State Department of Education, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, often reflecting the unique cultural and socioeconomic landscape of the area. The school focuses on providing a foundational education that emphasizes core academic skills while fostering a supportive environment that encourages students to succeed both personally and socially.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Wahiawa Elementary prioritizes the development of the "whole child" through various school-wide initiatives and community engagement efforts. The faculty and staff are dedicated to creating a safe and inclusive atmosphere, often working closely with local partners to provide extracurricular opportunities and support services. By maintaining strong ties to the surrounding neighborhood, the school strives to prepare its students to become productive, responsible members of the broader Hawaii community.

For more information, contact Wahiawa Elementary School at (808) 622-6393 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.