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Ho'ala School Top 6 · Highest % Faculty w/ Adv. Degrees (HI)
Waimea Country School Top 20 · Highest % Faculty w/ Adv. Degrees (HI)

Best Hawaii Alternative ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 alternative private schools serving 382 students in Hawaii.
The top ranked alternative private schools in Hawaii include Hale O Ulu School, Hanahauoli School, and Ho'ala School.
The average acceptance rate is 58%, which is lower than the Hawaii private school average acceptance rate of 78%.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools: 7
  • # Students Served: 382

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools: 7
  • # Students Served: 382

Top Ranked Hawaii Alternative ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2026-27)

Ho'ala School Photo
Ho'ala School
Gr: K-8 | 37 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Extracurriculars: 4
Alternative School
1067 California Avenue A
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 621-1898
(12)
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Map of Hale O Ulu School
Hale O Ulu School
Gr: 9-10 | 4 students
Alternative School
91-1841 Fort Weaver Rd
Ewa Beach, HI 96706
(808) 681-3500
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Map of Hanahauoli School
Hanahauoli School
Gr: PK-6 | 216 students
Avg. class size: 27 students
Alternative School
1922 Makiki St
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 949-6461
(1)
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Map of Ho'omana Hou School
Ho'omana Hou School
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students
Alternative School
210 Kolapa Pl
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
(808) 553-3244
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Map of Kailua Prep
Kailua Prep
Gr: Inquire with school | 14 students
Alternative School
74 Kihapai St
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 400-8066
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Map of Na Liko Llc
Na Liko Llc
Gr: K-5 | 58 students
Alternative School
715 Umi St 1h
Honolulu, HI 96819
(808) 699-1660
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Waimea Country School Photo
Waimea Country School
Gr: K-5 | 48 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Alternative School
65-1237 Kawaihae Rd
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 885-0067
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382
Students
$16,733
Avg. Tuition
18
Avg. Class Size
62%
Students of Color
9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked alternative private schools in Hawaii?
The top ranked alternative private schools in Hawaii include Hale O Ulu School, Hanahauoli School, and Ho'ala School.
How many alternative private schools are located in Hawaii?
7 alternative private schools are located in Hawaii.
How diverse are alternative private schools in Hawaii?
Hawaii alternative private schools are approximately 62% minority students, which is lower than the Hawaii private school average of 72%.

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