Mauna Loa School serves 50 students in grades Kindergarten-8, is a member of the General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church (GCSDAC), the Other special emphasis association(s) and the Other school association(s).
The student:teacher of Mauna Loa School is 17:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Seventh Day Adventist.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
50 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
85%
State avg.: 72%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mauna Loa School often compared to?
Mauna Loa School is often viewed alongside schools like Haili Christian School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Mauna Loa School?
The application deadline for Mauna Loa School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Mauna Loa School vs. Haili Christian School
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Mauna Loa School is Haili Christian School (0.2 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Haili Christian School
(Christian)
190 Ululani St
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-5026
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-5026
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 190 students
Kamehamaha Schools - Hilo Camp
(Church of Christ)
162 Baker Avenue
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 982-6885
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 982-6885
3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 340 students Acceptance rate listed
Hale Aloha Nazarene School
Daycare / Preschool (Church of the Nazarene)
595 Kupulau Road
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 959-4949
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 959-4949
3.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 33 students
16-675 Milo St
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 966-8445
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 966-8445
7.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 234 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
16-716 Volcano Rd
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-0000
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-0000
7.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 1,163 student
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