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Best Hawaii Private Schools Belonging to National Independent Private Schools Association (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools belonging to National Independent Private Schools Association serving 911 students in Hawaii. You can also find more schools membership associations in Hawaii.
The top ranked private school belonging to National Independent Private School Association in Hawaii is Hawaii Preparatory Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 70%, which is lower than the Hawaii private school average acceptance rate of 78%.
50% of private schools belonging to National Independent Private Schools Association in Hawaii are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 4

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to National Independent Private Schools Association in Hawaii (2026)

Hawaii Preparatory Academy Photo
Hawaii Preparatory Academy
Gr: K-12 | 599 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 Schools Association in Hawaii?
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Independent Private Schools Association in Hawaii is Hawaii Preparatory Academy.
How many private schools belonging to National Independent Private Schools Association are located in Hawaii?
4 private schools belonging to National Independent Private Schools Association are located in Hawaii.
What percentage of private schools belonging to National Independent Private Schools Association are religiously affiliated in Hawaii?
50% of private schools belonging to National Independent Private Schools Association in Hawaii are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
4
Private Schools
911
Students
$41,238
Avg. Tuition
35%
Students of Color
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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