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Very Good

#26 of 86 private schools in HI

Top 29% of private schools

Parker School

School

65-1224 LINDSEY RD, Kamuela, HI 96743

Private

Enrollment

305

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Hawaii private schools

#26 of 86

In Kamuela

#1 of 3

public schools

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Parker School

7.0/10

School in Kamuela · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Waimea Country School

4.0/10

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4.3/10

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About Parker School

Parker School is a private school in Kamuela, HI. Parker School serves approximately 305 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Parker School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #26 of 86 private schools in HI.

How it compares0.7 pts above HI schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • HI avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Parker 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

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How Parker School compares to the 3 public schools in Kamuela, HI

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
This School
vs
11.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
305
This School
vs
430
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.0
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 40.3% vs 0%
Asian 17% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.6% vs 0%
Black 1.3% vs 0%
Parker School Kamuela Public Avg

All Schools in Kamuela

School Rating
Parker School (this school) 7.0
Waimea Elementary School 4.3
Waimea Middle - PCCS 5.9
Kanu o ka Aina - New Century PCS 7.7

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,072.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 74%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Enrollment 305
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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)

White 40.3%
Two or More 20.7%
Asian 17.0%
Pacific Islander 13.4%
Hispanic 5.6%
Native American 1.6%
Black 1.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

65-1224 LINDSEY RD, Kamuela, HI 96743

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Parker School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Kanu o ka Aina - New Century PCS (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Laupahoehoe Community - PCS (rated 6.6/10, 28.8 miles away, in nearby Laupahoehoe), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HAWAII PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Kamuela, see our Kamuela schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 31.8 mi
School Distance Rating
WAIMEA COUNTRY SCHOOL Kamuela 0.1 mi 4.0
Waimea Elementary School Kamuela 0.2 mi 4.3
Waimea Middle - PCCS Kamuela 0.3 mi 5.9
MONTESSORI EDUCATION CENTER OF HAWAII Kamuela 0.5 mi
Kanu o ka Aina - New Century PCS Kamuela 1.2 mi 7.7
HAWAII PREPARATORY ACADEMY Kamuela 2.0 mi 6.5
Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School Waikoloa 9.4 mi 4.8
Honokaa Elementary School Honokaa 13.8 mi 6.6
Honokaa High & Intermediate School Honokaa 13.9 mi 6.2
Kohala Middle School Kapaau 15.8 mi 4.7
Kohala Elementary School Kapaau 17.8 mi 3.6
Kohala High School Kapaau 17.8 mi 6.1
KOHALA ADVENTIST SCHOOL Hawi 18.4 mi
Paauilo Elementary & Intermediate School Paauilo 19.3 mi 4.1
Laupahoehoe Community - PCS Laupahoehoe 28.8 mi 6.6
KULEANA EDUCATION ACADEMY Kailua-Kona 30.5 mi 6.0
MAKUA LANII CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kailua-Kona 30.8 mi 4.0
MAKUA LANI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kailua-Kona 31.6 mi 5.5
Kealakehe Elementary School Kailua-Kona 31.8 mi 2.4
Kealakehe Intermediate School Kailua-Kona 31.8 mi 2.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 96743 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,177

Median Home Value

$724,700

Median Rent

$2,023/mo

Population

13,326

College Educated

42.1%

Homeownership

77.7%

Avg Commute

30.8 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

46.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Wailuku, HI 7.0
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kailua, HI 7.0
MAUI PREPARATORY ACADEMY Lahaina, HI 6.8
Kanuikapono - PCS Anahola, HI 6.7
Laupahoehoe Community - PCS Laupahoehoe, HI 6.6
KAIMUKI CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Honolulu, HI 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Parker School

What grades does Parker School serve?

Parker School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Parker School?

Parker School has an enrollment of approximately 305 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Parker School?

The student-teacher ratio at Parker School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Parker School rank in HI?

Parker School ranks #26 of 86 private schools in HI.

What is Parker School's MySchoolScout rating?

Parker 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 Parker School a private school?

Yes, Parker 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 Parker School a religious school?

No, Parker School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
305
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
165 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Hawaii County

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