For the 2026 school year, there are 7 alternative private schools serving 382 students in Hawaii.
The top-ranked alternative private schools in Hawaii include Hale O Ulu School, Ho'ala School, and Hanahauoli School.
The average acceptance rate is 58%, which is lower than the Hawaii private school average acceptance rate of 78%.
Top-Ranked Hawaii Alternative Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1067 California Avenue A
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 621-1898
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 621-1898
Gr: K-8 | 37 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Hale O Ulu School
Alternative School
91-1841 Fort Weaver Rd
Ewa Beach, HI 96706
(808) 681-3500
Ewa Beach, HI 96706
(808) 681-3500
Gr: 9-10 | 4 students
1922 Makiki St
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 949-6461
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 949-6461
Gr: PK-6 | 216 students Avg. class size: 27 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Ho'omana Hou School
Alternative School
210 Kolapa Pl
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
(808) 553-3244
Kaunakakai, HI 96748
(808) 553-3244
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students
Kailua Prep
Alternative School
74 Kihapai St
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 400-8066
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 400-8066
Gr: Inquire with school | 14 students
Waimea Country School ![Waimea Country School Photo - MAHALO means thank you. Gratitude infuses our school culture and practice.]( "Waimea Country School Photo - MAHALO means thank you. Gratitude infuses our school culture and practice.")
Alternative School
65-1237 Kawaihae Rd
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 885-0067
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 885-0067
Gr: K-5 | 48 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked alternative private schools in Hawaii?
The top-ranked alternative private schools in Hawaii include Hale O Ulu School, Ho'ala School, and Hanahauoli School.
How many alternative private schools are located in Hawaii?
7 alternative private schools are located in Hawaii.
How diverse are alternative private schools in Hawaii?
Hawaii alternative private schools are approximately 62% minority students, which is lower than the Hawaii private school average of 72%.
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