Kilauea Elementary School

Hawaii Department of Education
2440 Kolo Rd
Kilauea, HI 96754
283 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th
School Overview
Kilauea Elementary School is a public school located on the island of Kauai, serving the close-knit rural community of Kilauea. Situated on the lush north shore, the school reflects the unique cultural and environmental identity of its surroundings. It caters to students from kindergarten through sixth grade, focusing on providing a well-rounded academic foundation while fostering a sense of place through place-based learning initiatives that often integrate the natural beauty and history of the island.

The school is well-regarded for its community-oriented atmosphere, where faculty, staff, and families work collaboratively to support student success. Beyond core academics, Kilauea Elementary emphasizes character development and cultural stewardship, encouraging students to become responsible members of their local community. As a vital hub for the area, the school remains committed to balancing modern educational standards with the traditional values and vibrant spirit of Hawaii.
283
Total Students
19.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
40.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    79 (27.9%)
  • Two or More
    69 (24.4%)
  • Hispanic
    61 (21.6%)
  • Pacific Islander
    48 (17.0%)
  • Asian
    26 (9.2%)
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)828-1212
Grade Range: Pre-K - 6th
Total Students: 283
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 19.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 84
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 31

* 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 5
Kindergarten 30
Grade 1 41
Grade 2 39
Grade 3 40
Grade 4 40
Grade 5 43
Grade 6 45
Gender Ratio
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Hanalei Elementary School
Hawaii Department of Education
183 Students
5-5415 Kuhio Hwy
Hanalei, HI 96714 (6.0 miles away)
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th