Makua Lanii Christian Academy in Kailua Kona, HI, offers co鈥揺d Christian education for grades PK through 6 in a rural community setting.
The school enrolls 157 students with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 17:1 supported by 9 teachers.
Approximately 14% of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting demographic representation within the school.
Makua Lanii Christian Academy is situated near other private schools in the Kailua Kona area, providing options for families seeking rural Christian elementary education.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 157 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Student Body
Total Students
157 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 72%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Makua Lanii Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Makua Lanii Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to Makua Lanii Christian Academy is Makua Lani Christian Academy (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Kuleana Education Academy (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Hawaii Montessori Schools - Kona Campus (0.8 miles away)
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Quick Facts
74-4820 Mamalahoa Hwy
Holualoa, HI 96725
(808) 987-3852
Holualoa, HI 96725
(808) 987-3852
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Hawaii Montessori Schools - Kona Campus
Montessori School
74-978 Manawalea Street
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-0700
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-0700
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 80 students Avg. class size: 28 students Tuition listed
Makua Lani Christian Academy ![Makua Lani Christian Academy Photo - The high school campus houses grades 5-12 on a lush 14 acres with ocean views.]( "Makua Lani Christian Academy Photo - The high school campus houses grades 5-12 on a lush 14 acres with ocean views.")
(Christian)
74-4966 Kealaka'a Street
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-4898
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-4898
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 364 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
International Christian Schools Kona
Montessori School (Christian)
75-5851 Kuakini Hwy Ste 228
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 326-4411
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 326-4411
3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 48 students
Kona Adventist Christian School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
82-1013 Kinue Rd
Captain Cook, HI 96704
(808) 323-2788
Captain Cook, HI 96704
(808) 323-2788
15 miles
Gr: K-8 | 31 students
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