Kauai Christian Academy vs. Island School
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School Overview
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Top Rankings
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Overview
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.
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.
Grades Offered
PK-12
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
No
Year Founded
1973
1977
Students Body
Total Students
241 students
429 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
35%
46%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
45
35
Kindergarten Students
17
21
Grade 1 Students
10
23
Grade 2 Students
9
23
Grade 3 Students
20
20
Grade 4 Students
14
25
Grade 5 Students
22
24
Grade 6 Students
18
22
Grade 7 Students
25
29
Grade 8 Students
24
35
Grade 9 Students
14
51
Grade 10 Students
10
47
Grade 11 Students
7
33
Grade 12 Students
6
41
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
43 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
10%
48%
Average Class Size
15
15
Number of AP Classes
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9
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:12
1:10
Average SAT score
1240
1277
Average ACT score
27
26
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(School shirt, blue or black or khaki shorts, pants, or skirt)
(School shirt, blue or black or khaki shorts, pants, or skirt)
Casual
(Logo wear t-shirts and knee length shorts and or pants)
(Logo wear t-shirts and knee length shorts and or pants)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$7,700
$16,500
Tuition Notes
Tuition prices vary due to payment plans and financial aid. Please visit the KCA website for full details.
Other tuition is as follows: Pre- K = $10,975 and K-12 is $16,500
% on Financial Aid
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62%
Average Financial Aid Grant
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$8,100
Acceptance Rate
75%
90%
Admissions Director
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Sean Magoun
Admissions Associate
Daniel Plunkett
Candice Lopez
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4
10
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
3
9
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Drama, elementary sports, Student Leadership Council
Chorus, FIrst Lego League Robotics, First Robotics, GIrls Volleyball, Middle School Basketball, Mock Trail, Outrigger Canoe Paddling, Science Olympiadmpiad, SCUBA Diving Club