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Best Hawaii Religiously Affiliated Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 92 religiously affiliated private schools serving 30,452 students in Hawaii (67% of all schools).
The average tuition cost is $12,883, which is lower than the Hawaii private school average tuition cost of $16,193.
The most common religiously affiliated schools are Catholic (28% of schools), Christian (25% of schools) and Seventh Day Adventist (10% of schools).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 92
  • # Students Served: 30,452

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 92
  • # Students Served: 30,452

Top Ranked Hawaii Private Schools by Religious Affiliation (2026)

Religious Affiliation
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Assembly of God
2
310
92%
Baptist
7
2,091
79%
Catholic
26
8,082
76%
Christian
23
6,302
62%
Church of Christ
4
6,115
100%
Church of the Nazarene
3
348
90%
Episcopal
5
3,141
77%
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA)
1
68
100%
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
6
923
66%
Other
5
2,673
54%
Pentecostal
1
68
91%
Seventh Day Adventist
9
331
73%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked religiously affiliated private schools in Hawaii?
The top ranked religiously affiliated private schools in Hawaii is Asia Pacific International School.
How many religiously affiliated private schools are located in Hawaii?
92 religiously affiliated private schools are located in Hawaii.
How much do religiously affiliated private schools cost in Hawaii?
The average tuition cost is $12,883, which is lower than the Hawaii private school average tuition cost of $16,193.

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