For the 2026 school year, there are 2 blue ribbon private schools serving 2,543 students in Hawaii.
The average acceptance rate is 75%, which is lower than the Hawaii private school average acceptance rate of 78%.
100% of blue ribbon private schools in Hawaii are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal).
Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this national school awards program and how blue ribbon schools work.
Top-Ranked Hawaii Blue Ribbon Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
563 Kamoku St
Honolulu, HI 96826
(808) 943-2239
Honolulu, HI 96826
(808) 943-2239
Gr: K-12 | 2,023 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 25 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Episcopal)
480 Olinda Road
Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 572-7235
Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 572-7235
Gr: 5-12 | 520 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 18 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked blue ribbon private schools in Hawaii?
How many blue ribbon private schools are located in Hawaii?
2 blue ribbon private schools are located in Hawaii.
What percentage of blue ribbon private schools are religiously affiliated in Hawaii?
100% of blue ribbon private schools in Hawaii are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal).
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