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Best 96749 Hawaii Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 2,665 students in 96749, HI (there are 4 public schools, serving 3,122 public students). 46% of all K-12 students in 96749, HI are educated in private schools (compared to the HI state average of 20%).
The top-ranked private schools in 96749, HI include Kamehameha Schools Hawai'i and Kamehameha Schools Hawaii Campus.
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the Hawaii private school average acceptance rate of 78%.
75% of private schools in 96749, HI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Other).

Top-Ranked 96749 Hawaii Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
16-716 Volcano Rd
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-0000
Gr: K-12 | 1,163 students
Kamehameha Schools Hawaii Campus
(Christian)
16-714 Volcano Road
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-0008
Gr: K-12 | 1,136 students
Christian Liberty Academy
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(Christian)
(1)
16-675 Milo St
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 966-8445
Gr: PK-12 | 234 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
Malamalama Waldorf School
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Special Program Emphasis
(1)
15-1834 Maku'u Drive
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-7701
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in 96749, HI?
The top-ranked private schools in 96749, HI include Kamehameha Schools Hawai'i and Kamehameha Schools Hawaii Campus.
How many private schools are located in 96749?
4 private schools are located in 96749.
What percentage of students in 96749 go to private school?
46% of all K-12 students in 96749 are educated in private schools (compared to the HI state average of 20%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 96749?
75% of private schools in 96749 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Other).

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