Very Good
#30 of 86 private schools in HI
Top 34% of private schools
Malamalama Waldorf School
Elementary School
15-1834 MAKOO DR, Keaau, HI 96749
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Hawaii private schools
#30 of 86
In Keaau
#1 of 3
public schools
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Malamalama Waldorf School
Elementary School in Keaau · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Malamalama Waldorf School
Malamalama Waldorf School is a private elementary school in Keaau, HI. Malamalama Waldorf School serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Malamalama Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #30 of 86 private schools in HI.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- HI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, Malamalama Waldorf 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 7.7:1 students to teachers, Malamalama Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Malamalama Waldorf 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 Malamalama Waldorf School compares to the 4 public schools in Keaau, HI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Keaau
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Malamalama Waldorf School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Ke Kula o Nawahiokalaniopuu Iki - Laboratory PCS | 5.0 |
| Keaau High School | 5.2 |
| Keaau Elementary School | 2.6 |
| Keaau Middle School | 3.1 |
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
15-1834 MAKOO DR, Keaau, HI 96749
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Malamalama Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kua o ka La - NCPCS (rated 7.7/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Hilo), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Waiakeawaena Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Hilo), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Waiakea Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Hilo), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Keaau, see our Keaau schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Keonepoko Elementary School Pahoa | 3.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Hawaii Academy of Arts & Science PCS Pahoa | 4.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Pahoa Elementary School Pahoa | 4.8 mi | 2.5 |
| Pahoa High & Intermediate School Pahoa | 4.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Ke Kula o Nawahiokalaniopuu Iki - Laboratory PCS Keaau | 5.1 mi | 5.0 |
| NA HUNAAHI Pahoa | 5.5 mi | — |
| Keaau High School Keaau | 5.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Keaau Elementary School Keaau | 5.8 mi | 2.6 |
| CHRISTIAN LIBERTY ACADEMY Keaau | 6.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Keaau Middle School Keaau | 6.3 mi | 3.1 |
| KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS HAWAI'I Keaau | 6.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Mountain View Elementary School Mountain View | 8.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Na Wai Ola - PCS Mountain View | 9.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Kua o ka La - NCPCS Hilo | 9.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Waiakeawaena Elementary School Hilo | 10.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Waiakea Elementary School Hilo | 11.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Waiakea Intermediate School Hilo | 11.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Waiakea High School Hilo | 12.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Keaukaha Elementary School Hilo | 12.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Ke Ana Laahana - PCS Hilo | 12.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96749 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,633
Median Home Value
$396,400
Median Rent
$1,268/mo
Population
19,449
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
76.4%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
43.1
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| THE CHILDREN'S HOUSE Pearl City, HI | 7.1 |
| HO'ALA SCHOOL Wahiawa, HI | 7.4 |
| KE KULA O PIILANI Wailuku, HI | 7.4 |
| HAWAIIAN MISSION ACADEMY KA LAMA IKI Honolulu, HI | 6.3 |
| SOTO ACADEMY Honolulu, HI | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Malamalama Waldorf School
What grades does Malamalama Waldorf School serve?
Malamalama Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend Malamalama Waldorf School?
Malamalama Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Malamalama Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Malamalama Waldorf School is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Malamalama Waldorf School rank in HI?
Malamalama Waldorf School ranks #30 of 86 private schools in HI.
What is Malamalama Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?
Malamalama Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Malamalama Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Malamalama Waldorf School 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 Malamalama Waldorf School a religious school?
No, Malamalama Waldorf School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Hawaii County
- Phone
- (808) 982-7701
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