Best �� Schools in Hawaii (2025-26)

Best Hawaii �� Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 138 private schools serving 41,382 students in Hawaii (there are , serving 169,308 students). 20% of all K-12 students in Hawaii attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).

The average private school tuition is $15,839 for elementary schools and $18,407 for high schools (view national tuition averages).

The private schools in Hawaii include Mid-Pacific Institute, St. Andrew's Schools - The Prep, and Iolani School.

The average acceptance rate is 77% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 72% and the student-teacher ratio is 11:1.

67% of schools are religiously affiliated, with most being Catholic or Christian.

Ho'ala School Photo - Our small class sizes allow students to make life-long friendships. Communication skills are taught including conflict resolution which creates respectful dialog and dispels bullying behaviors.

Holy Nativity School Photo - Built on deep relationships and personalized attention, Holy Nativity School`s motto is character, heart, and excellence. Head of School Jeanne Wilks celebrates that, "HNS is your neighborhood school in East Honolulu and is rooted in the Episcopal tradition of respect and inclusion." The small school by design serves students in Preschool-6th Grade.

Montessori Community School Photo - Montessori Community School is an independent, non-sectarian school in Honolulu that has been providing an authentic Montessori education for children ages two through twelve years for nearly 50 years.

Maui Christian Academy Photo - CULTURE: Students learn a character trait in Hawaiian each week to grow and respect the Hawaiian culture and instill Christ-like values.

Navy Hale Keiki School Photo - Navy Hale Keiki School Mural

Trinity Christian School Photo - TCS Preschool teachers 2016-17

Parker School Photo - Located in the heart of Waimea on Hawai'i Island, Parker School offers a college-preparatory education for students in grades kindergarten through grade twelve.

Mary Star Of The Sea School Photo - Mary, Star of the Sea School's beautiful campus

Island School Photo - Driving into Island School's campus it is not uncommon to see a beautiful rainbow but in this occasion we were lucky enough to see a double rainbow.

Hawaii Baptist Academy Photo - Hawaii Baptist Academy's high school at 2429 Pali Highway.

Makua Lani Christian Academy Photo - The high school campus houses grades 5-12 on a lush 14 acres with ocean views.

La Pietra Hawaii School For Girls Photo - La Pietra - Hawaii School for Girls

Saint Mark Lutheran School Photo - Saint Mark's new Early Learning Center and Administration Building

Top Ranked Hawaii �� Schools by County (2025-26)

County

# Schools

# Students

% of K-12 Students in �� Schools

Hawaii County

5,311

16%

Honolulu County

31,091

22%

Kauai County

1,116

11%

Maui County

3,864

16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Hawaii?

The top-ranked private schools in Hawaii include Mid-Pacific Institute, St. Andrew's Schools - The Prep, and Iolani School.

How many private schools are located in Hawaii?

There are 138 private schools are located in Hawaii.

How much do private schools cost in Hawaii?

The average private school tuition in Hawaii is $15,839 for elementary schools and $18,407 for high schools

How diverse are private schools in Hawaii?

Approximately 72% of students in Hawaii private schools are minority students (compared to the national percentage).

What percentage of students in Hawaii go to private school?

20% of all K-12 students in Hawaii attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).

What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Hawaii?

67% of private schools in Hawaii are religiously affiliated, with most being Catholic or Christian.

Which private schools in Hawaii are often viewed compared to one another?

Popular comparisons of private schools in Hawaii include: Parker School vs. Hawaii Preparatory Academy, Hale Aloha Nazarene School vs. Haili Christian School, Waimea Country School vs. Parker School

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