Waimea Country School vs. Parker School
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School Overview
Overview
Waimea Country School is a small, independent, elementary day school in Waimea on the island of Hawai'i, serving children and their families since 1996.
We offer a child-centered curriculum embracing a theme-based learning program that incorporates literature, fine arts, mathematics, science, Hawaiian Studies, health and fitness, social studies, technology, and study skills. Our low student-teacher ratio ensures a personalized experience for every child and forges close bonds between students and teachers. Our graduates develop into eager, creative learners who are well-prepared for life's challenges -- academically, socially, and ethically.
At Parker School, every student is known, valued and nurtured.
Our small-school setting and dynamic program foster confident, compassionate individuals who are thoroughly prepared for college, who enthusiastically engage in life and who positively contribute to an ever-changing global community.
Grades Offered
K-6
K-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
n/a
No
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
No
Year Founded
1996
1976
Students Body
Total Students
48 students
306 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
-
49%
Students by Grade
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Students by Grade
Kindergarten Students
8
13
Grade 1 Students
8
17
Grade 2 Students
8
18
Grade 3 Students
8
17
Grade 4 Students
8
19
Grade 5 Students
8
19
Grade 6 Students
-
30
Grade 7 Students
-
30
Grade 8 Students
-
28
Grade 9 Students
-
26
Grade 10 Students
-
29
Grade 11 Students
-
30
Grade 12 Students
-
30
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
30 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
60%
65%
Average Class Size
16
16
Number of AP Classes
n/a
12
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:7
1:10
Average SAT score
n/a
1150
Average ACT score
n/a
26
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(green shirts with logo M, T, W and when leaving campus)
(green shirts with logo M, T, W and when leaving campus)
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Feb. 5 / rolling
Tuition Cost
$12,600
$17,890
Tuition Notes
Tuition payment plans available
K-5 grade tuition for 2020-21: $15995
6-12 grade tuition for 2017-18: $17890
Tuition increase averages between 3-6% per year.400
% on Financial Aid
31%
41%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$3,300
$8,560
Acceptance Rate
n/a
87%
Admissions Director
Laurel Matsuda, Interim Head of School
Makela Bruno-Kidani
Admissions Associate
Christina Viviano
Maile Wong
Sports
Total Sports Offered
n/a
6
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
n/a
18
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
n/a
Amnesty International, Chorus, Class Leadership, Dramatiques, Intermural sports, International Thespian Society, Investment Club, Journalism Club, National Art Honor Society, National Honor Society, National Spanish Honor Society, Pacific & Asian Affairs Council, Parker Bulls Soccer Club, Robotics Team, Speech and Debate, Student Council, Track and Field, Yearbook