Maui Preparatory Academy Photo - Welcome to the most stunning school in the world!

Best Hawaii County Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 19 private schools serving 5,311 students in Hawaii County, HI (there are 55 public schools, serving 27,203 public students). 16% of all K-12 students in Hawaii County, HI are educated in private schools (compared to the HI state average of 20%).
The top-ranked private schools in Hawaii County, HI include Hawaii Preparatory Academy, Ho'ala School, and Kamehamaha Schools - Hilo Camp.
The average acceptance rate is 74%, which is lower than the Hawaii private school average acceptance rate of 77%.
55% of private schools in Hawaii County, HI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Seventh Day Adventist).

Top-Ranked Hawaii County Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
65-1692 Kohala Mountain Rd
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 881-4321
Gr: K-12 | 599 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 26 | Extracurrculars: 32 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Ho'ala School
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.
Alternative School
(12)
1067 California Avenue A
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 621-1898
Gr: K-8 | 37 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Kamehamaha Schools - Hilo Camp
(Church of Christ)
162 Baker Avenue
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 982-6885
Gr: K-8 | 340 students Acceptance rate listed
Kamehameha Schools Hawaii Campus
(Christian)
16-714 Volcano Road
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-0008
Gr: K-12 | 1,136 student
Makua Lani Christian Academy
Makua Lani Christian Academy Photo - The high school campus houses grades 5-12 on a lush 14 acres with ocean views.
(Christian)
74-4966 Kealaka'a Street
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-4898
Gr: PK-12 | 364 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Maui Preparatory Academy
Maui Preparatory Academy Photo - Welcome to the most stunning school in the world!
(2)
4910 Honoapiilani Hwy
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 665-9966
Gr: PK-12 | 230 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Christian Liberty Academy
Christian Liberty Academy Photo
(Christian)
(1)
16-675 Milo St
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 966-8445
Gr: PK-12 | 234 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
Haili Christian School
(Christian)
190 Ululani St
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-5026
Gr: PK-9 | 190 students
Hale Aloha Nazarene School
Daycare / Preschool (Church of the Nazarene)
595 Kupulau Road
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 959-4949
Gr: NS-PK | 33 students
Hawaii Montessori Schools - Kona Campus
Montessori School
74-978 Manawalea Street
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-0700
Gr: PK-K | 80 students Avg. class size: 28 students Tuition listed
International Christian Schools Kona
Montessori School (Christian)
75-5851 Kuakini Hwy Ste 228
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 326-4411
Gr: PK-K | 48 students
KOhala Adventist School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
553357 Akoni Pule Hwy
Hawi, HI 96719
(808) 289-0623
Gr: 1-8 | 7 students Tuition listed
Kona Adventist Christian School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
82-1013 Kinue Rd
Captain Cook, HI 96704
(808) 323-2788
Gr: K-8 | 31 students
Makua Lanii Christian Academy
(Christian)
74-4907 Palani Rd
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-3093
Gr: PK-6 | 157 students
Malamalama Waldorf School
Malamalama Waldorf School Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(1)
15-1834 Maku'u Drive
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-7701
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mauna Loa School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
172 Kapiolani St
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 935-1545
Gr: K-8 | 50 students
Montessori Education Center Of Hawaii
Montessori School
Opelo Road
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 887-9214
Gr: PK-K | 35 students Tuition listed
Parker School
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.
(2)
65-1224 Lindsey Road
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 885-6803
Gr: K-12 | 306 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Waimea Country School
Waimea Country School Photo - MAHALO means thank you. Gratitude infuses our school culture and practice.
Alternative School
65-1237 Kawaihae Rd
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 885-0067
Gr: K-5 | 48 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Hawaii County, Hawaii

Hawaii County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
64-1058 Mamalahoa Highway
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 885-7683
Gr: PK-K | 54 students Tuition listed
999 / 1000 Ululani St
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 935-4936
Gr: PK-12 | 312 students Avg. class size: 13 students

Overview

This County (Hawaii County)
This State (HI)
# Schools
22 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
5,311 Students
41,140 Students
% Average Students of Color
33%
72%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
522 Teachers
3,728 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
57%
52%
Average Class Size
16 students
17 students
Average Number of AP Courses
10 courses
12 courses
Average SAT score
1197
(Out of 1600)
1220
Average ACT score
26
(Out of 36)
27

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$20,316
$16,006
Average Summer Program Cost
$2,185
$1,595
Average % on Financial Aid
46%
35%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$8,390
$5,150
Average Acceptance Rate
74%
77%
Average Endowment Size
$51 million
$653.35 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.66
0.76
# American Indian Students
117 Students
903 Students
% American Indian Students
3%
2%
# Asian Students
623 Students
11,908 Students
% Asian Students
15%
30%
# Hispanic Students
83 Students
958 Students
% Hispanic Students
2%
2%
# Black Students
64 Students
404 Students
% Black Students
1%
1%
# White Students
2,141 Students
7,818 Students
% White Students
51%
19%
# Hawaiian Students
156 Students
5,495 Students
% Hawaiian Students
4%
14%
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
1,042 Students
12,694 Students
% of Others Students
24%
32%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
15 extracurriculars
10 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
11 sports
9 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in Hawaii County, HI?
The top-ranked private schools in Hawaii County, HI include Hawaii Preparatory Academy, Ho'ala School, and Kamehamaha Schools - Hilo Camp.
How many private schools are located in Hawaii County?
19 private schools are located in Hawaii County.
How diverse are private schools in Hawaii County?
Hawaii County private schools are approximately 33% minority students, which is lower than the Hawaii private school average of 72%.
What percentage of students in Hawaii County go to private school?
16% of all K-12 students in Hawaii County are educated in private schools (compared to the HI state average of 20%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Hawaii County?
55% of private schools in Hawaii County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Seventh Day Adventist).
Which private schools in Hawaii County are often viewed compared to one another?

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