Iolani School Photo - 'Iolani School's Sullivan Center for Innovation and Leadership rises in the center of the school's 25 acre campus.

Best Hawaii Blue Ribbon Private High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 blue ribbon private high schools serving 2,543 students in Hawaii.
The top ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Hawaii include Iolani School and Seabury Hall.
The average acceptance rate is 75%, which is lower than the Hawaii private high school average acceptance rate of 79%.
100% of blue ribbon private high 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 High Schools (2025)

School
Location
Students
Year
Iolani School
Iolani School Photo - 'Iolani School's Sullivan Center for Innovation and Leadership rises in the center of the school's 25 acre campus.
(Episcopal)
(1)
563 Kamoku St
Honolulu, HI 96826
(808) 943-2239
2,023 students
Year: n/a
Seabury Hall
Seabury Hall Photo - State Champion Paddling Team
(Episcopal)
480 Olinda Road
Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 572-7235
520 students
Year: n/a

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Hawaii?
The top ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Hawaii include Iolani School and Seabury Hall.
How many blue ribbon private high schools are located in Hawaii?
2 blue ribbon private high schools are located in Hawaii.
What percentage of blue ribbon private high schools are religiously affiliated in Hawaii?
100% of blue ribbon private high schools in Hawaii are religiously affiliated (most commonly Episcopal).

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