KAMALANI ACADEMY

Kamalani Academy is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Hawaii Department of Education school district, located in Wahiawa, HI with about 286 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 14 teachers, Kamalani Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Kamalani Academy is a public charter school located in Wahiawa, Hawaii, that serves students in grades K–8. The school distinguishes itself through a unique curriculum rooted in the Hawaiian cultural values of *?ike* (knowledge) and *aloha*. Its educational approach focuses on a project-based learning model, which encourages students to engage with their local community and environment to solve real-world problems. By integrating Hawaiian language, history, and traditions into the standard academic framework, the academy aims to foster a strong sense of identity and stewardship in its students.

Beyond its academic mission, Kamalani Academy emphasizes a supportive, family-oriented school culture. As a charter school, it operates with a degree of autonomy that allows for smaller class sizes and individualized instruction, catering to a diverse student body in the Wahiawa area. The school’s commitment to "culture-based education" is designed not only to boost academic achievement but also to prepare students to be compassionate, well-rounded citizens who are deeply connected to their heritage and the broader Hawaiian community.

For more information, contact Kamalani Academy at (808) 203-2992 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.