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Most Selective Private Schools in Hawaii

Name: Hawaii Average Acceptance Rate Trends (All Private Schools)
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The average private school acceptance rate in Hawaii is 81% per year (2026-27).

The most selective school in Hawaii is Mid-Pacific Institute, Mary, Star Of The Sea Early Learning Center, and Seabury Hall, among others each with an acceptance rate of 50%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# HI Schools Ranked: 38
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 50%–90%
HI School Avg.: 82%
National School Avg.: 87%

Quick Facts (26-27)

# HI Schools Ranked: 38
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 50%–90%
HI School Avg.: 82%
National School Avg.: 87%

Hawaii Average Acceptance Rate (Trends)

Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data

Total Growth: +3.8% (+3% since 2016)

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Year	National avg	Hawaii (HI) avg
2025	85%	82% (▲ 1 pp)
2024	85%	81% (▼ 1 pp)
2023	85%	82% (▼ 2 pp)
2022	85%	84% (▲ 1 pp)
2021	85%	83% (— 0 pp)
2020	85%	83% (▲ 1 pp)
2019	85%	82% (— 0 pp)
2018	85%	82% (▲ 1 pp)
2017	85%	81% (▲ 2 pp)
2016	85%	79% (▲ 2 pp)
2013	85%	77% (▼ 1 pp)
2012	85%	78%

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Show school map — Hawaii (acceptance rate range: 50%–90%, avg 82%)

Acceptance Rate Range: 50% 99% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 80%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hawaii average private schools acceptance rate?

The Hawaii average private schools acceptance rate is 81% for 2026-27.

What are the most selective private schools in Hawaii?

The top ranked private schools in Hawaii include Mary, Star Of The Sea Early Learning Center, Maui Preparatory Academy and Mid-Pacific Institute.

What is the most selective high school and elementary school in Hawaii?

The most selective private high school in Hawaii is Maui Preparatory Academy, with an acceptance rate of 50%. The most selective private elementary school is Maui Preparatory Academy, with an acceptance rate of 50%.

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