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Kailua Kona Private Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private preschools serving 649 students in Kailua Kona, HI.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Hawaii private preschool average acceptance rate of 79%.
75% of private preschools in Kailua Kona, HI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked Kailua Kona Private Preschools (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
78 Schools
# Students
649 Students
18,117 Students
% Students of Color
35%
65%
0.59
0.75
Show more data/charts: racial breakdown
# American Indian Students
1 Student
751 Students
% American Indian Students
<1%
4%
# Asian Students
25 Students
5,054 Students
% Asian Students
4%
26%
# Hispanic Students
28 Students
504 Students
% Hispanic Students
4%
3%
# Black Students
1 Student
232 Students
% Black Students
<1%
1%
# White Students
211 Students
4,488 Students
% White Students
33%
24%
# Hawaiian Students
27 Students
1,177 Students
% Hawaiian Students
4%
6%
# Others Students
356 Students
6,814 Students
% of Others Students
55%
36%
All Ethnic Groups
Academics
# Teachers
58 Teachers
1,692 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
50%
Average Class Size
22 students
18 students
Average Number of AP Courses
4 courses
10 courses
Tuition & Aid
Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,128
$13,231
Average % on Financial Aid
30%
31%
Admissions & Athletics
Average Acceptance Rate
90%
79%
Average Number of Sports
6 sports
7 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in Kailua Kona, HI?
The top ranked private preschools in Kailua Kona, HI is Makua Lani Christian Academy.
How many private preschools are located in Kailua Kona?
4 private preschools are located in Kailua Kona.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Kailua Kona?
75% of private preschools in Kailua Kona are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
Which private preschools in Kailua Kona are often viewed compared to one another?

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