Adventist Malama Elementary School in Waianae, HI, serves 44 co鈥揺d students from kindergarten through 8th grade in a suburban community setting.
Founded in 1998, the school operates under a Seventh Day Adventist religious affiliation and is part of multiple independent and religious school associations.
The student鈥搕eacher ratio of 15:1, supported by a faculty of three teachers for its regular elementary and middle school programs.
The school has a high diversity rate, with over 95% of students representing students of color, ranking it among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for diversity.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Adventist Malama Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
44 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
95%
State avg.: 72%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Adventist Malama Elementary School?
The application deadline for Adventist Malama Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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