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Waimea Country School

P.O. Box 399, Kamuela, HI, 96743 -

School Notes Overview:

Waimea Country School is a small, independent, K-6 day school in Waimea on the island of Hawai'i, serving children and their families since 1996. We offer a child-centered curriculum embracing a theme-based learning program that incorporates literature, fine arts, mathematics, science, Hawaiian Studies, health and fitness, social studies, technology, and study skills. Our low student-teacher ratio ensures a personalized experience for every child and forges close bonds between students and teachers. Our graduates develop into eager, creative learners who are well-prepared for life's challenges -- academically, socially, and ethically....

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School Overview:

	Waimea Country School
School Type	Alternative School
Religious Affiliation	Nonsectarian
Grades Offered	Grades Kindergarten - 6
Year Founded	1996
County	Hawaii County, HI
Student Body
Total Students	60 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(HI) School Avg.
% Students of Color	50%	60%
Students by Grade
	Kind - 12 students
	Grade 1 - 8 students
	Grade 2 - 8 students
	Grade 3 - 8 students
	Grade 4 - 8 students
	Grade 5 - 8 students
	Grade 6 - 8 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	5 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree	60%
Average Class Size	15
	This School	(HI) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	n/a	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	165 days	176 days
Hours in School Day for Students	7 hours	6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline	None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost	$7,500
% on Financial Aid	25%
Average Financial Aid Grant	$1,750
Head of School	Frank Hustace

School Notes:

Waimea Country School is a small, independent, K-6 day school in Waimea on the island of Hawai'i, serving children and their families since 1996. We offer a child-centered curriculum embracing a theme-based learning program that incorporates literature, fine arts, mathematics, science, Hawaiian Studies, health and fitness, social studies, technology, and study skills. Our low student-teacher ratio ensures a personalized experience for every child and forges close bonds between students and teachers. Our graduates develop into eager, creative learners who are well-prepared for life's challenges -- academically, socially, and ethically.
Profile last updated: 02/26/2007

School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (96743)	School Zip (96743)	(HI) State Average
Population (Approximate)	8,546 people	1,211,489 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	37%	30%
Population Average Age	38 years old	37 years old
Average Household size	2.8 persons	2.7 persons
Median Household Income	$52,484	$50,171
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	5 rooms	4.3 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	26 years old	37 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	64% / 36%	53% / 47%