Very Good
#18 of 86 private schools in HI
Top 20% of private schools
Ke Kula O Piilani
Elementary School
875 IAO VALLEY RD, Wailuku, HI 96793
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Hawaii private schools
#18 of 86
In Wailuku
#1 of 3
public schools
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Ke Kula O Piilani
Elementary School in Wailuku · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ke Kula O Piilani
Ke Kula O Piilani is a private elementary school in Wailuku, HI. Ke Kula O Piilani serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ke Kula O Piilani has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #18 of 86 private schools in HI.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- HI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 39 students, Ke Kula O Piilani 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 7.6:1 students to teachers, Ke Kula O Piilani sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ke Kula O Piilani 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 Ke Kula O Piilani compares to the 5 public schools in Wailuku, HI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Wailuku
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ke Kula O Piilani (this school) | 7.4 |
| Puu Kukui Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Wailuku Elementary School | 3.5 |
| Iao Intermediate School | 4.5 |
| Henry Perrine Baldwin High School | 5.4 |
| Waihee Elementary School | 3.6 |
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.
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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
875 IAO VALLEY RD, Wailuku, HI 96793
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ke Kula O Piilani may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Kahului), which scores notably higher. Another option is Puu Kukui Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pomaikai Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Kahului), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wailuku, see our Wailuku schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Puu Kukui Elementary School Wailuku | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Wailuku Elementary School Wailuku | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Iao Intermediate School Wailuku | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Wailuku | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Wailuku | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Henry Perrine Baldwin High School Wailuku | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Lihikai Elementary School Kahului | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Maui Waena Intermediate School Kahului | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Pomaikai Elementary School Kahului | 3.4 mi | 7.2 |
| EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kahului | 3.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Waihee Elementary School Wailuku | 3.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Maui High School Kahului | 4.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Kahului Elementary School Kahului | 4.3 mi | 4.6 |
| MAUI ADVENTIST SCHOOL Kahului | 4.7 mi | — |
| KAAHUMANU HOU CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kahului | 5.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Lahainaluna High School Lahaina | 7.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Lahaina Intermediate School Lahaina | 8.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Princess Nahienaena Elementary School Lahaina | 8.2 mi | 4.5 |
| SACRED HEARTS SCHOOL & EARLY LEARNING CENTER Lahaina | 9.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Kulanihakoi High School Kihei | 10.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96793 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,220
Median Home Value
$776,100
Median Rent
$1,797/mo
Population
32,647
College Educated
29.4%
Homeownership
74.5%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HO'ALA SCHOOL Wahiawa, HI | 7.4 |
| KAHILI ADVENTIST SCHOOL Kapaa, HI | — |
| MAUI ADVENTIST SCHOOL Kahului, HI | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ke Kula O Piilani
What grades does Ke Kula O Piilani serve?
Ke Kula O Piilani serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ke Kula O Piilani?
Ke Kula O Piilani has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ke Kula O Piilani?
The student-teacher ratio at Ke Kula O Piilani is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ke Kula O Piilani rank in HI?
Ke Kula O Piilani ranks #18 of 86 private schools in HI.
What is Ke Kula O Piilani's MySchoolScout rating?
Ke Kula O Piilani has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ke Kula O Piilani a private school?
Yes, Ke Kula O Piilani is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Ke Kula O Piilani a religious school?
No, Ke Kula O Piilani is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 39
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 189 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Maui County
- Phone
- (808) 214-5006
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