WAIKOLOA ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL

Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Hawaii Department of Education school district, located in Waikoloa, HI with about 829 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 51 teachers, Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School, located on the Big Island of Hawaii, serves as a central educational hub for the growing community of Waikoloa Village. As a public school under the Hawaii State Department of Education, it provides instruction for students from kindergarten through eighth grade. The campus is designed to foster a sense of community, reflecting the unique cultural and geographic character of the Kohala region, while preparing students for the transition to high school.

The school emphasizes a curriculum that aligns with state standards while integrating the specific needs of its diverse student body. Beyond core academics, Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School is known for its focus on character development and student engagement, often incorporating place-based learning to connect students to their local environment and Hawaiian history. By maintaining a supportive atmosphere and offering various extracurricular opportunities, the school aims to cultivate both academic achievement and personal growth within its rural, mountain-side setting.

For more information, contact Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School at (808) 883-6808 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.