Island School vs. Kauai Christian Academy
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School Overview
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Top Rankings
Island School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for:
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Overview
Our nearly 500 PK-12th grade students are challenged daily to live our mission: "Educating the mind, inspiring the heart.
Preparing Kauai youth to lead lives of significance." For 47 years, we have provided Kaua'i with a program from which our students become independent thinkers and explore with curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
From the voices of our young Pre-Kindergarteners in their outdoor classrooms to the robust debates amongst our juniors and seniors, we hold the student voice at the center of all we do. Island School is an environment where students feel safe to voice their opinions, take risks in their learning, and seek new challenges.
We cultivate a dynamic learning environment where respect, compassion, and integrity are fundamental aspects of our college-preparatory program, and work hard to ensure every member of our community is celebrated, seen, and belongs.
Kauai Christian Academy exists to provide an academically excellent, Christ-centered education for the families of Kauai. Located on a beautiful 10 acre campus on the way to the scenic Kilauea Lighthouse, Kauai Christian Academy inspires the hearts and minds of pre-school through 12th grade young people with a balance of truth and love, in a safe, nurturing environment that produces outstanding students.
Grades Offered
PK-12
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
No
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Year Founded
1977
1973
Students Body
Total Students
458 students
229 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
46%
35%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
41
44
Kindergarten Students
22
13
Grade 1 Students
19
20
Grade 2 Students
23
13
Grade 3 Students
21
11
Grade 4 Students
23
19
Grade 5 Students
23
10
Grade 6 Students
37
22
Grade 7 Students
37
18
Grade 8 Students
46
21
Grade 9 Students
52
14
Grade 10 Students
44
14
Grade 11 Students
28
6
Grade 12 Students
42
4
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
20 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
48%
10%
Average Class Size
17
15
Number of AP Classes
12
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Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
List of Courses Offered
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Average SAT score
1277
1240
Average ACT score
26
27
Matric. DataMatriculation Data
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Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Logo wear t-shirts and knee length shorts and or pants)
(Logo wear t-shirts and knee length shorts and or pants)
Casual
(School shirt, navy blue or black or khaki shorts, pants, or skirt)
(School shirt, navy blue or black or khaki shorts, pants, or skirt)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$20,874
$8,050
Tuition Notes
Other tuition is as follows: Pre- K = $13,937 and K-12 is $20,874
Tuition prices vary due to payment plans and financial aid. Please visit the KCA website for full details.
% on Financial Aid
49%
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Average Financial Aid Grant
$8,000
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Acceptance Rate
90%
75%
Admissions Director
Beth Cuizon
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Admissions Associate
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Daniel Plunkett
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13
5
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
9
3
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
FIrst Lego League RoboticsFirst Robotics
GIrls VolleyballMock Trail
Science OlympiadmpiadSCUBA Diving Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Chorus
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Middle School BasketballOutrigger Canoe Paddling
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Student Leadership Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama
Recreational Athletic Programs:
elementary sports
