Damien Memorial School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked HI School
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 604 students
Yearly Tuition: $16,884
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Damien Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 6-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Damien Memorial School
6	29
7	44
8	71
9	145
10	103
11	107
12	105

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Year Founded

1962

Colors

Purple, Mauve, Gold

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Student Body

Total Students

604 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

92%

State avg.: 72%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

37 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

22 students

Number of AP Courses

5 courses

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

shirt/tie/dress slacks/dress shoes

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$16,884

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Tuition Notes

Middle School (grades 6-8): $12910.00

% on Financial Aid

60%

Admissions Director

Brent Limos

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

17 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

BowlingCheering

Cross CountryFootball

GolfKayaking

Martial ArtsSoccer

SoftballSwimming

TennisTrack and Field

VolleyballWeightlifting

Wrestling

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

15 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Band ProgramCampus Ministry

Digital PhotographyEsports Club

Forensics ClubKey Club

Leo ClubMath League

Music MinistryNational Honor Society

Newspaper ClubRobotics Team

Speech and DebateStudent Government

Yearbook Club

School Notes

Founded in 1962, Damien Memorial School is a private Catholic school for young men and women grades 6-12.
Named after St. Damien de Veuster, the Apostle of Molokai and world-famous humanitarian, Damien guides young men and women from all walks of life to become responsible, respectful, and community-minded citizens who are prepared to excel in higher education and ready for the challenges in their future.
Ranked among the top educational institutions in the Sate of Hawaii, Damien provides excellent opportunities for intellectual and personal growth. As a community of faith missioned by the Roman Catholic Church, Damien espouses the message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ as exemplified in the Essential Elements of an Edmund Rice Christian Brother Education and through the selfless service of St. Damien.
The school is sponsored by the Congregation of Christian Brothers and is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

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Founded in 1962, Damien Memorial School is a private Catholic school for young men and women grades 6-12.
Named after St. Damien de Veuster, the Apostle of Molokai and world-famous humanitarian, Damien guides young men and women from all walks of life to become responsible, respectful, and community-minded citizens who are prepared to excel in higher education and ready for the challenges in their future.
Ranked among the top educational institutions in the Sate of Hawaii, Damien provides excellent opportunities for intellectual and personal growth. As a community of faith missioned by the Roman Catholic Church, Damien espouses the message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ as exemplified in the Essential Elements of an Edmund Rice Christian Brother Education and through the selfless service of St. Damien.
The school is sponsored by the Congregation of Christian Brothers and is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Damien Memorial School cost?

Damien Memorial School's tuition is approximately $16,884 for private students.

What sports does Damien Memorial School offer?

Damien Memorial School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Kayaking, Martial Arts, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling.

What is Damien Memorial School's ranking?

Damien Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Damien Memorial School?

The application deadline for Damien Memorial School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Damien Memorial School located?

Damien Memorial School is located in the Kalihi Palama neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 2 other private schools located in Kalihi Palama.

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The average private school tuition in Honolulu, HI is $19,590 for elementary schools and $22,064 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Honolulu, HI is 75% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).