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Best Hawaii Private Daycares & Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 79 private daycares & preschools serving 18,227 students in Hawaii.

The private daycares & preschools in Hawaii include Hawaii Baptist Academy, Haleakala Waldorf School, and Sacred Hearts Academy.

The average tuition cost is $13,231, which is lower than the Hawaii average tuition cost of $15,628.

72% of private daycares & preschools in Hawaii are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 79
# Students Served: 18,227

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 79
# Students Served: 18,227

Hawaii Private Daycares & Preschools Trends

Private Schools

18,227

Students

$13,231

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

65%

Students of Color

11:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Hawaii?

The private daycares & preschools in Hawaii include Hawaii Baptist Academy, Haleakala Waldorf School, and Sacred Hearts Academy.

How many private daycares & preschools are located in Hawaii?

79 private daycares & preschools are located in Hawaii.

How much do private daycares & preschools cost in Hawaii?

The average tuition cost is $13,231, which is lower than the Hawaii private school average tuition cost of $15,628.

How diverse are private daycares & preschools in Hawaii?

Hawaii private daycares & preschools are approximately 65% minority students, which is lower than the Hawaii private school average of 72%.

What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in Hawaii?

72% of private daycares & preschools in Hawaii are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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