KAWAIKINI NCPCS

Kawaikini NCPCS is a public charter school that is part of the Hawaii Department of Education school district, located in Lihue, HI with about 147 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. With about 12 teachers, Kawaikini NCPCS has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Kawaikini New Century Public Charter School (NCPCS) is a K-12 Hawaiian immersion school located in Lihue on the island of Kauai. Established to perpetuate the Hawaiian language and culture, the school operates under a mission to provide a rigorous academic environment that prepares students for success in the 21st century while grounding them in the values, traditions, and language of their ancestors. By integrating traditional Hawaiian knowledge with modern educational standards, Kawaikini fosters a community of lifelong learners who are deeply connected to their identity and heritage.

The school is noted for its unique "niche" educational model, which emphasizes small class sizes and a personalized learning approach to help students achieve high levels of academic and cultural proficiency. As a public charter school, it remains tuition-free and open to the community, focusing on developing "world-class" students who possess the critical thinking skills and cultural wisdom necessary to contribute positively to both the local Kauai community and the global society.

For more information, contact Kawaikini NCPCS at (808) 632-2032 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.