Excellent
#7 of 86 private schools in HI
Top 7% of private schools
St Theresa School
Elementary School
8311 KAUMUA LII HWY, Kekaha, HI 96752
Enrollment
137
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
137
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#7 of 86
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St Theresa School
Elementary School in Kekaha · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Kula Aupuni Niihau a Kahelelani Aloha - Ncpcs
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About St Theresa School
St Theresa School is a private elementary school in Kekaha, HI. St Theresa School serves approximately 137 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Theresa School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #7 of 86 private schools in HI.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- HI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 137 students, St Theresa 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 6.4:1 students to teachers, St Theresa School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Theresa 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 St Theresa School compares to the 3 public schools in Kekaha, HI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Kekaha
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Theresa School (this school) | 8.2 |
| Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - NCPCS | 3.5 |
| Kekaha Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Ke Kula Niihau o Kekaha Learning Center | 5.5 |
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
8311 KAUMUA LII HWY, Kekaha, HI 96752
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Theresa School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. King Kaumualii Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 23.3 miles away, in nearby Lihue), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hanalei Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 21.0 miles away, in nearby Hanalei), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 22.4 miles away, in nearby Lihue), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kekaha, see our Kekaha schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kula Aupuni Niihau A Kahelelani Aloha - NCPCS Kekaha | 0.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Kekaha Elementary School Kekaha | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Ke Kula Niihau o Kekaha Learning Center Kekaha | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Waimea Canyon Middle School Waimea | 2.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Niihau High & Elementary School Waimea | 2.9 mi | — |
| Waimea High School Waimea | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Eleele Elementary School Eleele | 9.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Kalaheo Elementary School Kalaheo | 12.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School Koloa | 15.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Koloa Elementary School Koloa | 16.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Kawaikini - NCPCS Lihue | 20.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Hanalei Elementary School Hanalei | 21.0 mi | 8.2 |
| ISLAND SCHOOL Lihue | 20.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School Lihue | 20.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School Lihue | 22.4 mi | 8.1 |
| OLELO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lihue | 22.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Kauai High School Lihue | 22.6 mi | 6.2 |
| King Kaumualii Elementary School Lihue | 23.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Kilauea Elementary School Kilauea | 25.5 mi | 5.5 |
| KAUAI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kilauea | 26.2 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96752 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,628
Median Home Value
$516,800
Median Rent
$2,228/mo
Population
3,552
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
64.1%
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Median Age
41.3
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| OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL SCHOOL Pearl City, HI | 7.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Theresa School
What grades does St Theresa School serve?
St Theresa School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Theresa School?
St Theresa School has an enrollment of approximately 137 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Theresa School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Theresa School is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Theresa School rank in HI?
St Theresa School ranks #7 of 86 private schools in HI.
What is St Theresa School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Theresa School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Theresa School a private school?
Yes, St Theresa School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Theresa School a religious school?
St Theresa School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 137
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Kauai County
- Phone
- (808) 337-1351
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