Myron B. Thompson Academy, commonly referred to as Thompson Academy or MBTA, is an e-learning institution operating as a "New Century Public Charter School" under the Hawaiʻi Department of Education.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- State Accredited: Yes
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1999
State Accredited Program
Yes
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
Yes
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
Yes
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sharks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Myron B. Thompson Academy Public Charter School offer ?
Myron B. Thompson Academy Public Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
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