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Best Hawaii Private Schools Belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 32 private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) serving 11,240 students in Hawaii. You can also find more schools membership associations in Hawaii.
The top ranked private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) in Hawaii include Hanahauoli School, Iolani School, and Hawaii Baptist Academy.
The average tuition cost is $17,902, which is higher than the Hawaii private school average tuition cost of $16,193.
69% of private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) in Hawaii are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 32

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 32

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) in Hawaii (2026-27)

Ho'ala School Photo
Ho'ala School
Gr: K-8 | 37 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Extracurriculars: 4
Alternative School
1067 California Avenue A
Wahiawa, HI 96786
(808) 621-1898
(12)
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Kaimuki Christian School Photo
Kaimuki Christian School
Gr: NS-12 | 311 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 10
Christian
1117 Koko Head Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 732-1781
(1)
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Asia Pacific International School Photo
Asia Pacific International School
Gr: 3-12 | 68 students
Avg. class size: 7 students
Sports: 20 | Extracurriculars: 26
Christian
54-230 Kamehameha HWY
Hauula, HI 96717
(808) 670-1900
(8)
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The Children's House Photo
The Children's House
Gr: PK-3 | 404 students
Extracurriculars: 2
Montessori School (Christian)
1840 Komo Mai Drive
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 455-4131
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Damien Memorial School Photo
Damien Memorial School
Gr: 6-12 | 604 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 15
Catholic
1401 Houghtailing Street
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 841-0195
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Map of Hanahauoli School
Hanahauoli School
Gr: PK-6 | 216 students
Avg. class size: 27 students
Alternative School
1922 Makiki St
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 949-6461
(1)
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Hanalani Schools Photo
Hanalani Schools
Gr: PK-12 | 699 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 10
Christian
94-294 Anania Drive
Mililani, HI 96789
(808) 625-0737
(2)
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Hawaii Baptist Academy Photo
Hawaii Baptist Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 1,122 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 20 | Extracurriculars: 33
Baptist
1848 Nuuanu Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 595-5000
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Hongwanji Mission School Photo
Hongwanji Mission School
Gr: PK-8 | 396 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 3
1728 Pali Highway
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 532-0522
(4)
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Iolani School Photo
Iolani School
Gr: K-12 | 2,023 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 24 | Extracurriculars: 15
Episcopal
563 Kamoku Street
Honolulu, HI 96826
(808) 943-2239
(1)
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Island Pacific Academy Photo
Island Pacific Academy
Gr: K-12 | 477 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 27
909 Haumea Street
Kapolei, HI 96707
(808) 674-3523
(3)
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Island School Photo
Island School
Gr: PK-12 | 458 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 9
3-1875 Kaumualii Hwy
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 246-0233
(1)
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Maui Preparatory Academy Photo
Maui Preparatory Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 230 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 6
4910 Honoapiilani Hwy
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 665-9966
(2)
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Our Savior Lutheran School Photo
Our Savior Lutheran School
Gr: PK-8 | 137 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 7
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
98-1098 Moanalua Rd
Aiea, HI 96701
(808) 488-0000
(5)
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Sacred Hearts Academy Photo
Sacred Hearts Academy
Gr: NS-12 | 466 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 30 | Extracurriculars: 31
All-girls (Catholic)
3253 Waialae Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 734-5058
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Map of St. Catherine School
St. Catherine School
Gr: PK-8 | 156 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 1
Catholic
5021 Kawaihau Road
Kapaa, HI 96746
(808) 822-4212
(1)
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St. Patrick School Photo
St. Patrick School
Gr: PK-8 | 298 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 5
Catholic
3320 Harding Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 734-8979
(3)
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Map of Variety School Of Hawaii
Variety School Of Hawaii
Gr: Inquire with school | 47 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Special Education School
710 Palekaua Street
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 732-2835
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Assets School Photo
Assets School
Gr: K-12 | 332 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 2
Special Education School
One Ohana Nui Way
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 423-1356
(1)
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Christian Academy Photo
Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 264 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 12
Assembly of God
3400 Moanalua Rd
Honolulu, HI 96819
(808) 836-0233
(2)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) in Hawaii?
The top ranked private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) in Hawaii include Hanahauoli School, Iolani School, and Hawaii Baptist Academy.
How many private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) are located in Hawaii?
32 private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) are located in Hawaii.
How much do private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) cost in Hawaii?
The average tuition cost is $17,902, which is higher than the Hawaii private school average tuition cost of $16,193.
How diverse are private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) in Hawaii?
Hawaii private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) are approximately 71% minority students, which is lower than the Hawaii private school average of 72%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) are religiously affiliated in Hawaii?
69% of private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) in Hawaii are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
32
Private Schools
11,240
Students
$17,902
Avg. Tuition
71%
Students of Color
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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