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Hawaii Private Schools Belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA)

Private schools: For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) serving 926 students in Hawaii.
Acceptance rate: The average acceptance rate is 70%, which is lower than the Hawaii private school average acceptance rate of 81%.
Affiliations: 50% of private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Hawaii are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top schools: The top ranked private school belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Hawaii is Hawaii Preparatory Academy.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Hawaii (2026-27)

Hawaii Preparatory Academy Photo
Hawaii Preparatory Academy
Gr: K-12 | 614 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 26 | Extracurriculars: 32
65-1692 Kohala Mountain Rd
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 881-4321
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Map of Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School
Gr: K-8 | 116 students
Catholic
91-1010 North Rd
Ewa Beach, HI 96706
(808) 689-0474
(1)
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Map of Roots School
Roots School
Gr: PK-6 | 75 students
740 Haiku Road
Haiku, HI 96708
(808) 250-7988
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Map of St. Michael School
St. Michael School
Gr: PK-12 | 121 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Catholic
67-340 Haona St
Waialua, HI 96791
(808) 637-7772
(2)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Hawaii?
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Hawaii is Hawaii Preparatory Academy.
How many private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) are located in Hawaii?
4 private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) are located in Hawaii.
What percentage of private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) are religiously affiliated in Hawaii?
50% of private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Hawaii are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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Private Schools
926
Students
$42,988
Avg. Tuition
51%
Students of Color
9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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