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2 schools in Makawao

Hawaii · Public K-12

Makawao, Hawaii hosts 2 public K-12 schools with combined enrollment of about 1,407 students, broken out as 1 elementary and 1 middle.

7-year change in Makawao

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,407
-2 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Makawao Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-05463
Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate SchoolMiddle06-08944

About Makawao

Makawao is a compact Hawaii city in terms of public-school footprint, with 2 schools and 1,407 students total.

For a sense of the school types, the city is made up of 1 elementary, and 1 middle.

Average school size in Makawao is around 704 students, 25% above the Hawaii average of about 564.

Trend over the past 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 1,407 students, remained close to its prior level from the 1,409 reported in SY 2017-18.

On this page, the community for Makawao discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Makawao, Hawaii?
There are 2 public K-12 schools in Makawao, with a combined enrollment of about 1,407.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Makawao?
Makawao has 1 elementary, 1 middle public schools.
What is the largest public school in Makawao?
Samuel Enoka Kalama Intermediate School is the largest public school in Makawao by enrollment, with approximately 944 students.
What school districts serve Makawao?
Makawao public schools are operated by Hawaii Department of Education.
What grade levels do public schools in Makawao cover?
Public schools in Makawao serve students from pre-K through grade 8.