Kahili Adventist School Photo

Best Kapaa Private Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 188 students in Kapaa, HI (there are 4 public schools, serving 2,606 public students). 7% of all K-12 students in Kapaa, HI are educated in private schools (compared to the HI state average of 20%).
The top ranked private school in Kapaa, HI is St. Catherine School.
The average acceptance rate is 20%, which is lower than the Hawaii private school average acceptance rate of 77%.
100% of private schools in Kapaa, HI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Seventh Day Adventist).

Top Ranked Kapaa Private Schools (2025)

School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Catherine School
(Catholic)
(1)
5021 Kawaihau Road
Kapaa, HI 96746
(808) 822-4212
Gr: PK-8 | 156 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Kahili Adventist School
Kahili Adventist School Photo
(Seventh Day Adventist)
4-1132 Kuhio Hwy.
Kapaa, HI 96746
(808) 855-0208
Gr: PK-8 | 32 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Kapaa, HI?
The top ranked private schools in Kapaa, HI is St. Catherine School.
How many private schools are located in Kapaa?
2 private schools are located in Kapaa.
What percentage of students in Kapaa go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in Kapaa are educated in private schools (compared to the HI state average of 20%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Kapaa?
100% of private schools in Kapaa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Seventh Day Adventist).

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