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Kailua Kona Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 649 students in Kailua Kona, HI, 14% of all K-12 students in Kailua Kona, HI are educated in private schools versus public schools (compared to the HI state average of 20%).
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Hawaii private school average acceptance rate of 81%.
75% of private schools in Kailua Kona, HI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked Kailua Kona Private Schools (2026-27)

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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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 International Christian Schools Kona
International Christian Schools Kona
Gr: PK-K | 48 students
Montessori School (Christian)
75-5851 Kuakini Hwy Ste 228
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 326-4411
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Map of Makua Lanii Christian Academy
Makua Lanii Christian Academy
Gr: PK-6 | 157 students
Christian
74-4907 Palani Rd
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-3093
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Kailua Kona, HI Private School Trends

4
Private Schools
649
Students
$12,128
Avg. Tuition
22
Avg. Class Size
35%
Students of Color
11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
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Enrollment & Diversity
Category
This Town (Kailua Kona)
This State (HI)
# Schools
4 Schools
138 Schools
# Students
649 Students
40,680 Students
% Students of Color
35%
72%
0.59
0.76
Show more data/charts: racial breakdown
# American Indian Students
1 Student
903 Students
% American Indian Students
<1%
2%
# Asian Students
25 Students
11,908 Students
% Asian Students
4%
30%
# Hispanic Students
28 Students
958 Students
% Hispanic Students
4%
2%
# Black Students
1 Student
404 Students
% Black Students
<1%
1%
# White Students
211 Students
7,818 Students
% White Students
33%
20%
# Hawaiian Students
27 Students
5,495 Students
% Hawaiian Students
4%
14%
# Others Students
356 Students
12,527 Students
% of Others Students
55%
31%
All Ethnic Groups
Academics
# Teachers
58 Teachers
3,872 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
53%
Average Class Size
22 students
17 students
Average Number of AP Courses
4 courses
12 courses
Tuition & Aid
Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,128
$15,628
Average % on Financial Aid
30%
36%
Admissions & Athletics
Average Acceptance Rate
90%
81%
Average Number of Sports
6 sports
10 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Kailua Kona, HI?
The top ranked private schools in Kailua Kona, HI is Makua Lani Christian Academy.
How many private schools are located in Kailua Kona?
4 private schools are located in Kailua Kona.
What percentage of students in Kailua Kona go to private school?
14% of all K-12 students in Kailua Kona are educated in private schools (compared to the HI state average of 20%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Kailua Kona?
75% of private schools in Kailua Kona are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
Which private schools in Kailua Kona are often viewed compared to one another?

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