Kuleana Education Academy in Holualoa, HI serves 86 students in grades K–8 within a rural community setting.
The nonsectarian, co–ed school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 with a teaching staff of 8.
The school's student body includes 25% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the local population.
As a rural K–8 private school, Kuleana Education Academy offers a regular elementary and secondary program without religious affiliation.
Kuleana Education Academy's enrollment size and grade span distinguish it among nearby private schools in the Holualoa and Kailua Kona area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
86 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 72%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Kuleana Education Academy?
The application deadline for Kuleana Education Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ÌÇÐÄÔ´´s
The nearest high school to Kuleana Education Academy is Makua Lani Christian Academy (1.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Makua Lanii Christian Academy (0.4 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Makua Lanii Christian Academy
(Christian)
74-4907 Palani Rd
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-3093
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-3093
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 157 students
Makua Lani Christian Academy ![Makua Lani Christian Academy Photo - The high school campus houses grades 5-12 on a lush 14 acres with ocean views.]( "Makua Lani Christian Academy Photo - The high school campus houses grades 5-12 on a lush 14 acres with ocean views.")
(Christian)
74-4966 Kealaka'a Street
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-4898
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-4898
1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 364 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Hawaii Montessori Schools - Kona Campus
Montessori School
74-978 Manawalea Street
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-0700
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-0700
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 80 students Avg. class size: 28 students Tuition listed
International Christian Schools Kona
Montessori School (Christian)
75-5851 Kuakini Hwy Ste 228
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 326-4411
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 326-4411
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 48 students
Kona Adventist Christian School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
82-1013 Kinue Rd
Captain Cook, HI 96704
(808) 323-2788
Captain Cook, HI 96704
(808) 323-2788
15.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 31 students
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