For the 2024 school year, there are 129 private schools serving 39,448 students in Hawaii (there are 296 public schools, serving 173,178 students). 19% of all K-12 students in Hawaii are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $14,412 for elementary schools and $17,747 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Hawaii include Iolani School, Mid Pacific Institute and Sacred Hearts Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 82% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 74% and the student:teacher ratio is 11:1.
Top Ranked Hawaii Private Schools by County (2024)
Popular cities: Honolulu (47 schools), Kailua (6 schools), Ewa Beach (6 schools), Makawao (5 schools), Kaneohe (5 schools).
County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Hawaii?
The best top ranked private schools in Hawaii include Iolani School, Mid Pacific Institute and Sacred Hearts Academy.
How many private schools are located in Hawaii?
129 private schools are located in Hawaii.
How much do private schools cost in Hawaii?
The average private school tuition in Hawaii is $14,412 for elementary schools and $17,747 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Hawaii?
Hawaii private schools are approximately 74% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Hawaii go to private school?
19% of all K-12 students in Hawaii are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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