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Haleakala Waldorf School

4160 Lower Kula Road
Kula, HI 96790
Haleakala Waldorf School strives through the arts to help Maui's children reach their potential by fostering a love of learning and by developing their intellectual, emotional, physical, and spiritual capacities.
Developed by Rudolf Steiner in 1919, Waldorf education is based on a developmental approach that addresses the needs of the growing child.
Waldorf teachers strive to transform education into an art that educates the whole child---the heart and the hands, as well as the head.
Waldorf Education approaches all aspects of schooling in a unique and comprehensive way.
The curriculum is designed to meet the various stages of child development, and Waldorf teachers are dedicated to creating a genuine inner enthusiasm for learning, that is essential for educational success.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked HI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 656 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $13,900
  • Acceptance rate: 51%
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 16 / Apr. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Haleakala Waldorf School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
656 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 72%
Students by Grade
Haleakala Waldorf School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Feb. 16 / Apr. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
19,700 grades 9-12 18,000 grades 6-8 17,300 grades 1-5 13,700 FT PS and 15,400 FT KG
% on Financial Aid
28%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,100
Acceptance Rate
51%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Hileka Lyons
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
34 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
art clubBook Club
Music ClubPing Pong Club
Social Acceptance Club


Arts and Music Programs:
AcrylicsCalligraphy
CeramicsChoir
DramaDrawing
IllustrationJewelry Making
Lost Wax Jewelry MakingMask-Making
Mixed MediaMusic History
OilsPastels
PotteryPrint Making
SculptureWatercolor Painting


Recreational Athletic Programs:
BasketballBeach Volleyball
BicyclingCross Country
Mountain BikingPaddling
SurfingTennis
volleyballWindsurfing
Yoga

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Haleakala Waldorf School cost?
Haleakala Waldorf School's tuition is approximately $13,900 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Haleakala Waldorf School?
The acceptance rate of Haleakala Waldorf School is 51%, which is lower than the national average of 77%.
What sports does Haleakala Waldorf School offer?
Haleakala Waldorf School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Surf Team, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Haleakala Waldorf School's ranking?
Haleakala Waldorf School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Haleakala Waldorf School?
The application deadline for Haleakala Waldorf School is Feb. 16 / Apr. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 16 / Apr. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked HI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 656 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $13,900
  • Acceptance rate: 51%
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 16 / Apr. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Maui County, HI is $14,001 for elementary schools and $17,114 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Maui County, HI is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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