Holualoa Elementary School

76-5957 Mamalahoa Hwy
Holualoa, HI 96725

438 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Holualoa Elementary School, located on the slopes of Hualalai in the historic coffee-growing district of Holualoa, Hawaii, serves as a cornerstone of its rural community. The school prides itself on a unique curriculum that reflects the local culture and environment, often incorporating the rich agricultural heritage of the area into its learning experiences. With a commitment to fostering a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere, the school emphasizes strong relationships between teachers, students, and families, creating a close-knit "ohana" environment that supports both academic growth and social-emotional development.

Beyond the classroom, Holualoa Elementary is deeply integrated into the unique geography of the Big Island. The campus is known for its scenic setting and its dedication to place-based education, encouraging students to develop a strong sense of stewardship for their island home. By balancing traditional academic standards with hands-on, community-centered activities, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body to be confident, culturally aware, and well-rounded lifelong learners.

438

Total Students

24.0

Full-Time Teachers

18.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

47.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Holualoa Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	96
Hispanic	128
Asian	31
Two or More	124
Pacific Islander	59

Hispanic
128 (29.2%)
Two or More
124 (28.3%)
White
96 (21.9%)
Pacific Islander
59 (13.5%)
Asian
31 (7.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Hawaii Department of Education
Phone:	(808)322-4800
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	438
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	24.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	183
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	26

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 6

Kindergarten 70

Grade 1 64

Grade 2 71

Grade 3 74

Grade 4 82

Grade 5 71