St. Theresa School in Kekaha, HI, is a Catholic co鈥揺ducational private school serving grades PK through 8 in a town setting.
Founded in 1947, the school enrolls 149 udents with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 11:1 and 13 teaching staff.
Tuition for the 2024 academic year is $7,366, and the school offers summer school programs.
The faculty has a high percentage of teachers with advanced degrees at 96%, ranking in the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for teacher qualifications.
Theresa School offers two Advanced Placement (AP) courses and maintains a formal dress code for udents.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked HI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,366
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Theresa School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1947
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
149 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
66%
State avg.: 72%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
96%
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
2 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
short/pants/polo
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Theresa School cost?
St. Theresa School's tuition is approximately $7,366 for private students.
What schools are St. Theresa School often compared to?
St. Theresa School is often viewed alongside schools like Island School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Theresa School offer?
St. Theresa School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Volleyball.
What is St. Theresa School's ranking?
St. Theresa School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for St. Theresa School?
The application deadline for St. Theresa School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
Popular comparisons: St. Theresa School vs. Island School
The nearest high school to St. Theresa School is Island School (19.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Kahili Adventist School (14.0 miles away)
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