Aka'ula School offers a quality, multi-age, transitional environment for Molokai students in grades five to eight.
We are committed to building a community where students, their families, and teachers are engaged in learning.
We believe in educating the whole child through a balanced curriculum that celebrates multiple intelligences and meets the needs of a heterogeneous learning community.
Learning, leading, and decision-making are fundamental collaborative processes practiced at Aka'ula School.

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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-11

Student Body

Total Students
60 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
92%
State avg.: 75%
Students by Grade
Akaula School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
85%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,000
Admissions Director
Dara Lukonen
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Akaula School cost?

Akaula School's tuition is approximately $8,000 for private students.

When is the application deadline for Akaula School?

The application deadline for Akaula School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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