NA WAI OLA - PCS

Na Wai Ola - PCS is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Hawaii Department of Education school district, located in Mountain View, HI with about 162 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 10 teachers, Na Wai Ola - PCS 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.

**Na Wai Ola Public Charter School (PCS)** is a K-6 school located in Mountain View, Hawaii, dedicated to providing a nurturing educational environment deeply rooted in the cultural values and traditions of the Big Island. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to learning, blending rigorous academic standards with place-based education. By integrating the local environment and community heritage into its curriculum, Na Wai Ola aims to cultivate students who are not only academically proficient but also culturally grounded and socially responsible.

A hallmark of Na Wai Ola is its small-school atmosphere, which fosters strong relationships between students, teachers, and families. The school focuses on building a sense of "ohana" (family) and encourages student growth through hands-on, experiential learning that connects classroom concepts to the real world. By empowering students through personalized instruction and a supportive community, Na Wai Ola strives to prepare its keiki to become lifelong learners and contributing members of the Hawaiian community and the world beyond.

For more information, contact Na Wai Ola - PCS at (808) 968-2318 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.