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Best 96720 Hawaii Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 613 students in 96720, HI (there are 16 public schools, serving 7,933 public students). 7% of all K-12 students in 96720, HI are educated in private schools (compared to the HI state average of 20%).
The top ranked private school in 96720, HI is Kamehamaha Schools - Hilo Camp.
The average acceptance rate is 25%, which is lower than the Hawaii private school average acceptance rate of 78%.
100% of private schools in 96720, HI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Church of the Nazarene).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 96720 Hawaii Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Kamehamaha Schools - Hilo Camp
Kamehamaha Schools - Hilo Camp
Gr: K-8 | 340 students
Church of Christ
162 Baker Avenue
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 982-6885
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Map of Haili Christian School
Haili Christian School
Gr: PK-9 | 190 students
Christian
190 Ululani St
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-5026
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Map of Hale Aloha Nazarene School
Hale Aloha Nazarene School
Gr: NS-PK | 33 students
Daycare / Preschool (Church of the Nazarene)
595 Kupulau Road
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 959-4949
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Map of Mauna Loa School
Mauna Loa School
Gr: K-8 | 50 students
Seventh Day Adventist
172 Kapiolani St
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 935-1545
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96720, Hawaii Private Schools (Closed)

Map of St. Joseph School
St. Joseph School
Gr: PK-12 | 312 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Catholic
999 / 1000 Ululani St
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 935-4936
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 96720, HI?
The top ranked private schools in 96720, HI is Kamehamaha Schools - Hilo Camp.
How many private schools are located in 96720?
4 private schools are located in 96720.
What percentage of students in 96720 go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in 96720 are educated in private schools (compared to the HI state average of 20%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 96720?
100% of private schools in 96720 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Church of the Nazarene).

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