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Most Selective Private High Schools in Hawaii

Name: Hawaii Average Acceptance Rate Trends (High School)
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The average private high school acceptance rate in Hawaii is 80% per year (2026-27).

The most selective school in Hawaii is Mid-Pacific Institute, Maui Preparatory Academy, and Seabury Hall, each with an acceptance rate of 50%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# HI Schools Ranked: 23
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 50%–99%
HI School Avg.: 80%
National School Avg.: 84%

Quick Facts (26-27)

# HI Schools Ranked: 23
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 50%–99%
HI School Avg.: 80%
National School Avg.: 84%

Hawaii Average Acceptance Rate (Trends)

Total Growth: +5.4% (+4% since 2016)

View Data

Year	National avg	Hawaii (HI) avg
2025	79%	78% (— 0 pp)
2024	81%	78% (▲ 2 pp)
2023	81%	76% (▼ 2 pp)
2022	81%	78% (— 0 pp)
2021	81%	78% (▼ 1 pp)
2020	81%	79% (▲ 1 pp)
2019	81%	78% (▼ 2 pp)
2018	80%	80% (▲ 2 pp)
2017	81%	78% (▲ 4 pp)
2016	80%	74%

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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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Acceptance Rate Range: 50% 100% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 80%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hawaii average private high schools acceptance rate?

The Hawaii average private high schools acceptance rate is 80% for 2026-27.

What are the most selective private high schools in Hawaii?

The top ranked private high schools in Hawaii include Maui Preparatory Academy, Mid-Pacific Institute and Seabury Hall.

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