This is a great school. From the time I drop my children off at school, I know that my children will be safe, well cared for, and of course well educated. The principal is a very visible administrator. She is there each morning to greet and each afternoon to say good bye to the students. I am impressed
... Read more with the teaching staff. My child has had quality teachers all 4 years that she has been at Aikahi. The office staff is a breath of fresh air in how they work with parents in meeting their particular needs. We are saving well over 15,000 each year by making the choice to send our daughter to a public school as opposed to a private school. I highly reccomend this school to anyone who wants to be a part of school that encourages parent involvement. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/14/09
Being a military family, moving from place to place and school to school is not easy. Especially when my kids get older but Aikahi has been a light in the dark for my 3 children. From the very first day of school they have loved every minute there. The teachers have welcomed them (and us) with open
... Read more arms. The 5th and 6th grade curriculum is one of the most challenging I have seen (we came from CA). There is a very active parent group as well. Very strong math, science program and great use of technology in the classroom. Homework is always relavant to what is being taught and not just 'busy work'. This is the fourth school my older children have been in and it is by far the best! We had to summit a geographical exception to get in and I am so glad we did. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/16/09
This school is great I think it's very high quality.
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Posted by a parent on 08/17/09
In a world where we want the best for our kids, Aikahi has a lot of opportunity. Meeting with the SCC (School Community Council),PTSA (Parent Teacher Student ORganization) and Principals coffee gives parents the chance to discuss concerns and find solutions. Aikahi is the springboard for three of the
... Read more Aina Is programs including growing gardens, nutrition classes and additional fresh fruit and vegetable choices for lunch on Thursdays. The school has been very receptive to integrating programs that are good for the students and their families. Last year, Dads of Great Students (Watch Dogs) started, and has found a place to fit in. The dads helped with the concert this year, special duties for the playground and other events. The NENE reading program and KID BIZ are strong reading programs. Lots of opp. for students to explore academically, develop leadership in student council, AND have FUN! Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/14/09
Excellent school. Strong math and science curriculum. The leadership has a strong, clear vision. Meets the students social, academic, and physical needs. My family feels very fortunate that our kids are able to attend Aikahi Elementary.
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Posted by a parent on 04/08/09
I have three childern going to aikahi, Great school, great staff support and the grounds are tropical. I find the custodial staff one of the best in the state, so helpful and friendly. The teachers are top of the charts. Great place for our future leaders to be.
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Posted by a parent on 02/18/09
We are a military family, and the last thing my children has had is a silver spoon fed life. My oldest has been to 4 elementary schools in 4 different states. Aikahi, by far, has been the best. My children are learning Hawaiian culture, the Math curriculum is fantastic, the enrichment activities plentiful,
... Read more and there is strong parent support. Are there some things that can be improved? Of course. Show me a school that doesn't need some improvement. We are very happy with Aikahi and will be sad to leave it. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/06/09
Aikahi is a school for those students who have grown up without any problems and had a silver spoon fed life. Don't expect any great things from them, let alone accommodations for your child if they need them. So much for giving everyone an equal opportunity for an equitable education. There are better
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Posted by a parent on 10/11/08
Aikahi should be the first choice for parents in the Kaliua area who want a solid education for their children in a warm environment. Yes, you may find schools with more to offer, but not within the DOE. If you feel like paying $12,000+ a year for your kid's education, you can go private, but you will
... Read more not necessary find quality there either. On the other hand, if you see something at Aikahi that can be improved, why not join the PTSA and make a difference? Our school has an outstanding PTSA, and we welcome all parents! I have two children at the school, and they are both happy. That is not to say we never had problems, but for the most part the teaching staff is excellent and caring. Most other schools do not even offer the kind of enrichment and science activities Aikahi does. Overall, a great school! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/10/08
I have three kids that attend Aikahi. I think the Principal and the staff is great! I think the school activities are wonderful! And if you are military, they are great! My only issue with the school is the Math curriculum. For example they teach many different ways to do long multiplication then
... Read more let them pick which method they like. They are in the 4th grade! Well we are military and my boys knew the original way and now are all messed up on methods! They teach lattice.... too many methods and not enough time to learn them well! They go over them so fast my kids are lost! They went from honor roll students, to struggling in Math. I am now paying for private math tutoring ($$$) and the tutor says that this math is way to hard for their age group. 4th graders doing 6th grade math basically. Read less
* In 2007-2008 Hawaii used the Hawaii State Assessment (HSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math. The HSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Hawaii. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the test.
Student enrollment:
496
Students per teacher:
38
Full-time teachers:
13
Number of classrooms:
30
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Kailua schools — Aikahi Elementary School is located at 281 Ilihau St, Kailua HI 96734. 281 Ilihau St is in the 96734 ZIP code in Kailua, HI The school district for Aikahi Elementary School is the Windward Oahu School District. Aikahi Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 6.
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