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.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Yearly Tuition: $10,000
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Year Founded
2003
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
92%
State avg.: 72%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
2%
Average Class Size
8 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,000
Summer Program Cost Notes
Our summer program is funded through Title 1. It incorporates reading, math, and enrichment activities.
% on Financial Aid
85%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$8,000
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Dara Lukonen
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Learning and Leading Together
- School Mascot: Voyagers
- 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.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Akaula School cost?
Akaula School's tuition is approximately $10,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Akaula School?
The acceptance rate of Akaula School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.
Does Akaula School offer a summer program?
Yes, Akaula School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.
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).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to Akaula School is Ho'omana Hou School (0.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Molokai Mission School (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Maui Preparatory Academy (23.8 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Ho'omana Hou School
Alternative School
210 Kolapa Pl
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
(808) 553-3244
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
(808) 553-3244
0.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students
Molokai Mission School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
Po Box 482271
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
(808) 553-4441
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
(808) 553-4441
0.5 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 3 students
4910 Honoapiilani Hwy
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 665-9966
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 665-9966
23.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 230 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mana'o'io Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
164 Fleming Rd
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 661-4017
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 661-4017
25.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 9 students
Ke Kula O Piilani
Special Program Emphasis
Po Box 1934
Wailuku, HI 96793
(808) 214-5006
Wailuku, HI 96793
(808) 214-5006
34.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 39 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Ho'omana Hou School
Alternative School
210 Kolapa Pl
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
(808) 553-3244
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
(808) 553-3244
0.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students
4910 Honoapiilani Hwy
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 665-9966
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 665-9966
23.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 230 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mana'o'io Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
164 Fleming Rd
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 661-4017
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 661-4017
25.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 9 students
St. Anthony School
(Catholic)
1627 Mill St A
Wailuku, HI 96793
(808) 244-4190
Wailuku, HI 96793
(808) 244-4190
36.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 273 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Kaahumanu Hou Christian School
(Assembly of God)
777 Mokulele Hwy
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 871-2477
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 871-2477
39.2 miles
Gr: K-11 | 46 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Molokai Mission School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
Po Box 482271
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
(808) 553-4441
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
(808) 553-4441
0.5 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 3 students
4910 Honoapiilani Hwy
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 665-9966
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 665-9966
23.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 230 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mana'o'io Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
164 Fleming Rd
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 661-4017
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 661-4017
25.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 9 students
Ke Kula O Piilani
Special Program Emphasis
Po Box 1934
Wailuku, HI 96793
(808) 214-5006
Wailuku, HI 96793
(808) 214-5006
34.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 39 students
St. Anthony School
(Catholic)
1627 Mill St A
Wailuku, HI 96793
(808) 244-4190
Wailuku, HI 96793
(808) 244-4190
36.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 273 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4910 Honoapiilani Hwy
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 665-9966
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 665-9966
23.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 230 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mana'o'io Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
164 Fleming Rd
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 661-4017
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 661-4017
25.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 9 students
Emmanuel Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
520 One St
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 673-8334
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 673-8334
37.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 241 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Christ The King School ![Christ The King School Photo - Sr. Jean and some students from Christ the King School on a float at a recent Maui County Fair parade.]( "Christ The King School Photo - Sr. Jean and some students from Christ the King School on a float at a recent Maui County Fair parade.")
(Catholic)
211 S Kaulauwahine St
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 877-6618
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 877-6618
38.5 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 125 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Montessori Hale O Keiki
Montessori School
100 Kulanihakoi Street
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 874-7441
Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 874-7441
42.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 61 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
30 Ailoa St
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
(808) 533-1730
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
(808) 533-1730
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 282 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
Kamehameha V Hwy
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
(808) 558-2200
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
(808) 558-2200
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 80 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
260 Farrington Hwy
Kualapuu, HI 96757
(808) 567-6900
Kualapuu, HI 96757
(808) 567-6900
5.2 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 291 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2140 Farrington Ave
Hoolehua, HI 96729
(808) 567-6950
Hoolehua, HI 96729
(808) 567-6950
5.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 344 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2175 Lihipali Ave
Hoolehua, HI 96729
(808) 567-6940
Hoolehua, HI 96729
(808) 567-6940
5.6 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 176 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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