For the 2025 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 271 students in Kilauea, HI (there are 1 public school, serving 291 public students). 48% of all K-12 students in Kilauea, HI are educated in private schools (compared to the HI state average of 20%).
The average acceptance rate is 75%, which is lower than the Hawaii private school average acceptance rate of 77%.
50% of private schools in Kilauea, HI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
Private Schools in Kilauea, HI (2025)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4000 Kilauea Rd
Kilauea, HI 96754
(808) 828-0047
Kilauea, HI 96754
(808) 828-0047
Grades: PK-12
| 241 students
Po Box 727
Kilauea, HI 96754
(808) 828-0353
Kilauea, HI 96754
(808) 828-0353
Grades: K
| 30 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in Kilauea, HI?
2 private schools are located in Kilauea, HI.
What percentage of students in Kilauea go to private school?
48% of all K-12 students in Kilauea are educated in private schools (compared to the HI state average of 20%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Kilauea?
50% of private schools in Kilauea are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
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