LEIHOKU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Leihoku 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 896 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 60 teachers, Leihoku Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Leihoku Elementary School, located in Waianae, Hawaii, serves the local community as a public school under the Hawaii State Department of Education. Situated along the leeward coast of Oahu, the school plays a vital role in the Waianae complex, providing primary education to students from kindergarten through grade six. The school environment is shaped by the unique cultural and geographic landscape of the Waianae community, emphasizing a commitment to academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of local identity.

The school is recognized for its efforts to support the diverse needs of its student body through various academic programs and student services. By fostering a collaborative relationship between educators, families, and the surrounding neighborhood, Leihoku Elementary aims to create a nurturing atmosphere that encourages student engagement and lifelong learning. As part of the public school system, it focuses on preparing students for middle school transitions while grounding them in a supportive community setting.

For more information, contact Leihoku Elementary School at (808) 697-7100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.