Hawaii Private Preschools with Special Program Emphasis

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private preschools with special program emphasis serving 1,732 students in Hawaii.
The average acceptance rate is 75%, which is lower than the Hawaii private preschool average acceptance rate of 79%.
33% of private preschools with special program emphasis in Hawaii are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
The top ranked with special program emphasis private preschool in Hawaii is Mid-Pacific Institute.
Special education schools primarily serve specific student groups such as those that may be hard of hearing, deaf, speech impaired, health impaired, orthopedically impaired, cognitive delays/impairments, seriously emotionally disturbed, multi-handicapped, visually handicapped, or deaf and blind.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 3
  • # Students Served: 1,732

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 3
  • # Students Served: 1,732

Top Ranked Hawaii Private Preschools with Special Program Emphasis (2026-27)

Mid-Pacific Institute Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 1,400 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 22
Specialized Curriculum (Christian)
2445 Ka‘ala Street
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 973-5000
Map of Honolulu Waldorf School
Gr: PK-12 | 200 students
Specialized Curriculum
350 Ulua St
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-5471
(1)
Malamalama Waldorf School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 132 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Specialized Curriculum
15-1834 Maku'u Drive
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 982-7701
(1)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools with special program emphasis in Hawaii?
The top ranked private preschools with special program emphasis in Hawaii is Mid-Pacific Institute.
How many private preschools with special program emphasis are located in Hawaii?
3 private preschools with special program emphasis are located in Hawaii.
What percentage of private preschools with special program emphasis are religiously affiliated in Hawaii?
33% of private preschools with special program emphasis in Hawaii are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

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