Excellent
#3 of 86 private schools in HI
Top 2% of private schools
Emmanuel Lutheran School
Elementary School
520 ONE ST, Kahului, HI 96732
Enrollment
173
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
173
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Hawaii private schools
#3 of 86
In Kahului
#1 of 2
public schools
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Emmanuel Lutheran School
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About Emmanuel Lutheran School
Emmanuel Lutheran School is a private elementary school in Kahului, HI. Emmanuel Lutheran School serves approximately 173 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Emmanuel Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #3 of 86 private schools in HI.
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- HI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 173 students, Emmanuel Lutheran School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Emmanuel Lutheran School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Emmanuel Lutheran School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Emmanuel Lutheran School compares to the 5 public schools in Kahului, HI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Kahului
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Emmanuel Lutheran School (this school) | 8.5 |
| Lihikai Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Kahului Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Maui Waena Intermediate School | 5.3 |
| Maui High School | 5.9 |
| Pomaikai Elementary School | 7.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in HI.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in HI
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
520 ONE ST, Kahului, HI 96732
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emmanuel Lutheran School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Puu Kukui Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Wailuku), with a comparable rating. Another option is KE KULA O PIILANI (rated 7.4/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Wailuku), a more accessible option. Additionally, Pomaikai Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kahului, see our Kahului schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lihikai Elementary School Kahului | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Henry Perrine Baldwin High School Wailuku | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Maui Waena Intermediate School Kahului | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Kahului Elementary School Kahului | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Wailuku | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Wailuku | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Maui High School Kahului | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| MAUI ADVENTIST SCHOOL Kahului | 1.2 mi | — |
| Iao Intermediate School Wailuku | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Pomaikai Elementary School Kahului | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Wailuku Elementary School Wailuku | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| KAAHUMANU HOU CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kahului | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Puu Kukui Elementary School Wailuku | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| KE KULA O PIILANI Wailuku | 3.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Waihee Elementary School Wailuku | 3.8 mi | 3.6 |
| DORIS TODD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Paia | 7.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Paia Elementary School Paia | 7.7 mi | 2.0 |
| Kulanihakoi High School Kihei | 9.0 mi | — |
| Pukalani Elementary School Pukalani | 9.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Kihei Elementary School Kihei | 10.0 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96732 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,360
Median Home Value
$832,700
Median Rent
$1,479/mo
Population
25,889
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
63.4%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
44.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kona Pacific - PCS Kealakekua, HI | 8.5 |
| Kalihi Uka Elementary School Honolulu, HI | 8.4 |
| Aliiolani Elementary School Honolulu, HI | 8.3 |
| HONOLULU WALDORF SCHOOL - MOHALA PUA SCHOOL Honolulu, HI | 8.3 |
| Hanalei Elementary School Hanalei, HI | 8.2 |
| MONTESSORI COMMUNITY SCHOOL Honolulu, HI | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emmanuel Lutheran School
What grades does Emmanuel Lutheran School serve?
Emmanuel Lutheran School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Emmanuel Lutheran School?
Emmanuel Lutheran School has an enrollment of approximately 173 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emmanuel Lutheran School?
The student-teacher ratio at Emmanuel Lutheran School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Emmanuel Lutheran School rank in HI?
Emmanuel Lutheran School ranks #3 of 86 private schools in HI.
What is Emmanuel Lutheran School's MySchoolScout rating?
Emmanuel Lutheran School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Emmanuel Lutheran School a private school?
Yes, Emmanuel Lutheran School is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Emmanuel Lutheran School a religious school?
Emmanuel Lutheran School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 173
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Maui County
- Phone
- (808) 673-8334
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