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Best Hawaii Private Schools Belonging to Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 44 private schools belonging to Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS) serving 18,928 students in Hawaii. You can also find more schools membership associations in Hawaii.
The top ranked private schools belonging to Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS) in Hawaii include Sacred Hearts Academy, Seabury Hall, and Hawaii Preparatory Academy.
The average tuition cost is $20,826, which is higher than the Hawaii private school average tuition cost of $15,628.
55% of private schools belonging to Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS) in Hawaii are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Episcopal).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 44

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 44

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS) in Hawaii (2026-27)

Hawaii Preparatory Academy Photo
Hawaii Preparatory Academy
Gr: K-12 | 614 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 26 | Extracurriculars: 32
65-1692 Kohala Mountain Rd
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 881-4321
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Kaimuki Christian School Photo
Kaimuki Christian School
Gr: NS-12 | 311 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 10
Christian
1117 Koko Head Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 732-1781
(1)
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Kauai Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 235 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 3
Christian
4000 Kilauea Rd
Kilauea, HI 96754
(808) 828-0047
(6)
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Asia Pacific International School Photo
Asia Pacific International School
Gr: 3-12 | 68 students
Avg. class size: 7 students
Sports: 20 | Extracurriculars: 26
Christian
54-230 Kamehameha HWY
Hauula, HI 96717
(808) 670-1900
(8)
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The Children's House Photo
The Children's House
Gr: PK-3 | 404 students
Extracurriculars: 2
Montessori School (Christian)
1840 Komo Mai Drive
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 455-4131
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Haleakala Waldorf School
Gr: PK-12 | 656 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 34
4160 Lower Kula Road
Kula, HI 96790
(808) 878-2511
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Hanahauoli School
Gr: PK-6 | 216 students
Avg. class size: 27 students
Alternative School
1922 Makiki St
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 949-6461
(1)
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Hanalani Schools
Gr: PK-12 | 699 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 10
Christian
94-294 Anania Drive
Mililani, HI 96789
(808) 625-0737
(2)
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Hawaii Baptist Academy Photo
Hawaii Baptist Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 1,122 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 20 | Extracurriculars: 33
Baptist
1848 Nuuanu Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 595-5000
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Iolani School Photo
Iolani School
Gr: K-12 | 2,023 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 24 | Extracurriculars: 15
Episcopal
563 Kamoku Street
Honolulu, HI 96826
(808) 943-2239
(1)
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Island Pacific Academy Photo
Island Pacific Academy
Gr: K-12 | 477 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 27
909 Haumea Street
Kapolei, HI 96707
(808) 674-3523
(3)
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Island School Photo
Island School
Gr: PK-12 | 429 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 17
3-1875 Kaumualii Hwy
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 246-0233
(1)
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Le Jardin Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 918 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 19
917 Kalanianaole Highway
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 261-0707
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Makua Lani Christian Academy Photo
Makua Lani Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 364 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6
Christian
74-4966 Kealaka'a Street
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-4898
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Maui Preparatory Academy Photo
Maui Preparatory Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 230 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 6
4910 Honoapiilani Hwy
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 665-9966
(2)
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Mid-Pacific Institute
Gr: PK-12 | 1,400 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 22
Specialized Curriculum (Christian)
2445 Ka‘ala Street
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 973-5000
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Montessori School Of Maui Photo
Montessori School Of Maui
Gr: PK-8 | 250 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Sports: 3
Montessori School
2933 Baldwin Ave
Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 573-0374
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Our Savior Lutheran School Photo
Our Savior Lutheran School
Gr: PK-8 | 137 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 7
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
98-1098 Moanalua Rd
Aiea, HI 96701
(808) 488-0000
(5)
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Punahou School Photo
Punahou School
Gr: K-12 | 3,724 students
Sports: 24
1601 Punahou Street
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 944-5710
(1)
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Sacred Hearts Academy Photo
Sacred Hearts Academy
Gr: NS-12 | 466 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 30 | Extracurriculars: 31
All-girls (Catholic)
3253 Waialae Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 734-5058
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St. Andrew's Schools
Gr: NS-12 | 335 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 19
Episcopal
224 Queen Emma Square
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 532-2427
(4)
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St. Patrick School
Gr: PK-8 | 103 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
3320 Harding Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 734-8979
(3)
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Seabury Hall
Gr: 5-12 | 520 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 16
Episcopal
480 Olinda Road
Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 572-7235
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Variety School Of Hawaii
Gr: Inquire with school | 47 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Special Education School
710 Palekaua Street
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 732-2835
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Assets High School
Gr: 9-12 | 85 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Specialized Curriculum
913 Alewa Dr
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 595-6359
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Assets School Photo
Assets School
Gr: K-12 | 332 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 19 | Extracurriculars: 2
Special Education School
One Ohana Nui Way
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 423-1356
(1)
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Christian Academy Photo
Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 264 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 12
Assembly of God
3400 Moanalua Rd
Honolulu, HI 96819
(808) 836-0233
(2)
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Hawai‘i School For Girls at La Pietra Photo
Hawai‘i School For Girls at La Pietra
Gr: 6-12 | 89 students
Sports: 20 | Extracurriculars: 10
All-girls
2933 Poni Moi Rd
Honolulu, HI 96815
(808) 922-2744
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Map of Hawaii Montessori Schools - Kona Campus
Hawaii Montessori Schools - Kona Campus
Gr: PK-K | 80 students
Avg. class size: 28 students
Montessori School
74-978 Manawalea Street
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-0700
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Map of Honolulu Waldorf School
Honolulu Waldorf School
Gr: PK-12 | 200 students
Specialized Curriculum
350 Ulua St
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-5471
(1)
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Huakailani School for Girls Photo
Huakailani School for Girls
Gr: K-8 | 39 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Extracurriculars: 4
All-girls
45-035 Kaneohe Bay Drive
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 263-2020
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Koʻolau Baptist Academy Photo
Koʻolau Baptist Academy
Gr: K-12 | 175 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Extracurriculars: 4
Baptist
45-633 Keneke St
Kaneohe, HI 96744
(808) 233-2900
(2)
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Mary Star Of The Sea School Photo
Mary Star Of The Sea School
Gr: K-8 | 242 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 13
Catholic
4469 Malia St
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 734-0208
(1)
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Maui Adventist School Photo
Maui Adventist School
Gr: K-8 | 31 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Seventh Day Adventist
261 S Puunene Ave
Kahului, HI 96732
(808) 877-7813
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Maui Christian Academy Photo
Maui Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 241 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 4
Christian
519 Baldwin Ave
Paia, HI 96779
(808) 579-9237
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS) in Hawaii?
The top ranked private schools belonging to Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS) in Hawaii include Sacred Hearts Academy, Seabury Hall, and Hawaii Preparatory Academy.
How many private schools belonging to Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS) are located in Hawaii?
44 private schools belonging to Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS) are located in Hawaii.
How much do private schools belonging to Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS) cost in Hawaii?
The average tuition cost is $20,826, which is higher than the Hawaii private school average tuition cost of $15,628.
How diverse are private schools belonging to Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS) in Hawaii?
Hawaii private schools belonging to Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS) are approximately 67% minority students, which is lower than the Hawaii private school average of 72%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS) are religiously affiliated in Hawaii?
55% of private schools belonging to Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS) in Hawaii are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Episcopal).
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Private Schools
18,928
Students
$20,826
Avg. Tuition
67%
Students of Color
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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