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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. ...read more
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Waimea Country School |
| School Level |
Elementary school
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School Type |
Alternative School |
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| Religious Affiliation |
Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered |
Grades Kindergarten - 6 |
| Year
Founded |
1996 |
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County |
Hawaii County, HI |
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| Total
Students |
60 students |
| Student
Body Type |
Co-ed |
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School |
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HI )
Elementary School Avg. |
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| % Students of
Color |
50% |
60% |
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| 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 | |
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| Total Classroom Teachers |
5 teachers |
| %
Faculty with Advance Degree |
60% |
| Average Class Size |
15 |
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School |
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HI )
Elementary School Avg. |
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| Teacher
: Student Ratio |
1:12 |
1:15 *Ntl.
Public School Avg. »
1:16
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| School
Days in Calendar Year |
165 days |
176 days |
| Hours
in School Day for Students |
7 hours |
6 hours |
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| Admission Deadline |
Jan. 1 |
| Yearly
Tuition Cost |
$7,500 |
| %
on Financial Aid |
25% |
| Average
Financial Aid Grant |
$1,750 |
| Headmaster |
Frank Hustace |
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- 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
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| About This
Zip Code (
96743 ) |
| School
Zip (
96743 ) |
(
HI ) State Average |
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| Population
(Approximate) |
8,546 people |
1,211,489 people |
| %
(age 25+) w/College Degree |
37% |
30% |
| Population Average
Age |
38 years old |
36.2 years old |
| Average Household
Size |
2.8 persons |
2.7 persons |
| Median Household
Income |
$52,484 |
$50,362 |
| Avg. # of Rooms
in Household |
5 rooms |
4.3 rooms |
| Median Age of
Housing Structure |
25 years old |
38 years old |
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Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (96743)
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| %
Owning / % Renting |
64% / 36% |
53% / 47% |
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