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Best 96817 Hawaii Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 private elementary schools serving 7,948 students in 96817, HI.
The top ranked private elementary schools in 96817, HI include Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus, The Kamehameha Schools, and Hawaii Baptist Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 93%, which is higher than the Hawaii private elementary school average acceptance rate of 81%.
88% of private elementary schools in 96817, HI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Church of Christ).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 8
  • # Students Served: 7,948
  • Average Tuition: $12,732
  • Average Class Size: 19 students
  • % Students of Color: 98%
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 8
  • # Students Served: 7,948
  • Average Tuition: $12,732
  • Average Class Size: 19 students
  • % Students of Color: 98%
  • View 96817 Hawaii School Trends

Top Ranked 96817 Hawaii Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

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Damien Memorial School
Gr: 6-12 | 604 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 15
Catholic
1401 Houghtailing Street
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 841-0195
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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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Map of The Kamehameha Schools
The Kamehameha Schools
Gr: 7-12 | 2,441 students
Church of Christ
2010 Princess Drive
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 541-5339
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Map of Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus
Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus
Gr: K-12 | 3,188 students
Church of Christ
1887 Makuakane St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 842-8552
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Good Shepherd Preschool & Kindergarten
Gr: K-1 | 110 students
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
638 N Kuakini St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 533-3088
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St. Theresa School
Gr: PK-8 | 233 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
712 N School St Bldg A
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 536-4073
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Soto Academy
Gr: K-5 | 47 students
1708 Nuuanu Ave Ste 1
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 533-0452
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Waolani Judd Nazarene School Photo
Waolani Judd Nazarene School
Gr: PK-8 | 203 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 4
Church of the Nazarene
408 N Judd St
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 531-5252
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in 96817, HI?
The top ranked private elementary schools in 96817, HI include Kamehameha Schools Kapalama Campus, The Kamehameha Schools, and Hawaii Baptist Academy.
How many private elementary schools are located in 96817?
8 private elementary schools are located in 96817.
How diverse are private elementary schools in 96817?
96817 private elementary schools are approximately 98% minority students, which is higher than the Hawaii private school average of 72%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in 96817?
88% of private elementary schools in 96817 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Church of Christ).

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