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

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 44 private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) serving 13,621 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 Sacred Hearts Academy, Hawaii Baptist Academy, and Haleakala Waldorf School.
The average tuition cost is $15,987, which is higher than the Hawaii private school average tuition cost of $15,628.
68% 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 (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 44

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 44

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 Haleakala Waldorf School
Haleakala Waldorf School
Gr: PK-12 | 656 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 34
4160 Lower Kula Road
Kula, HI 96790
(808) 878-2511
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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 | 429 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 17
3-1875 Kaumualii Hwy
Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 246-0233
(1)
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Makua Lani Christian Academy Photo
Makua Lani Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 364 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6
Christian
74-4966 Kealaka'a Street
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-4898
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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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Montessori School Of Maui Photo
Montessori School Of Maui
Gr: PK-8 | 250 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Sports: 3
Montessori School
2933 Baldwin Ave
Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 573-0374
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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. Anthony School
St. Anthony School
Gr: K-12 | 273 students
Catholic
1627 Mill St A
Wailuku, HI 96793
(808) 244-4190
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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 | 103 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
3320 Harding Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 734-8979
(3)
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Map of St. Theresa School
St. Theresa School
Gr: PK-8 | 149 students
Sports: 1
Catholic
8311 Kaumualii Highway
Kekaha, HI 96752
(808) 337-1351
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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: 19 | Extracurriculars: 2
Special Education School
One Ohana Nui Way
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 423-1356
(1)
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Map of Calvary Chapel Christian School
Calvary Chapel Christian School
Gr: K-12 | 149 students
Christian
98-1016 Komo Mai Dr
Aiea, HI 96701
(808) 524-0846
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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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Christian Liberty Academy Photo
Christian Liberty Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 234 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 8
Christian
16-675 Milo St
Keaau, HI 96749
(808) 966-8445
(1)
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Hawai‘i School For Girls at La Pietra Photo
Hawai‘i School For Girls at La Pietra
Gr: 6-12 | 89 students
Sports: 20 | Extracurriculars: 10
All-girls
2933 Poni Moi Rd
Honolulu, HI 96815
(808) 922-2744
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Holy Family Catholic Academy Photo
Holy Family Catholic Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 286 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Sports: 3
Catholic
830 Main St
Honolulu, HI 96818
(808) 423-9611
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Map of Honolulu Waldorf School
Honolulu Waldorf School
Gr: PK-12 | 200 students
Specialized Curriculum
350 Ulua St
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 377-5471
(1)
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Map of Kawaiaha'o Church School
Kawaiaha'o Church School
Gr: K-5 | 29 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
872 Mission Ln
Honolulu, HI 96813
(808) 585-0622
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Map of Makua Lanii Christian Academy
Makua Lanii Christian Academy
Gr: PK-6 | 157 students
Christian
74-4907 Palani Rd
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-3093
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Mary Star Of The Sea School Photo
Mary Star Of The Sea School
Gr: K-8 | 242 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 13
Catholic
4469 Malia St
Honolulu, HI 96821
(808) 734-0208
(1)
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Maui Christian Academy Photo
Maui Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 241 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 4
Christian
519 Baldwin Ave
Paia, HI 96779
(808) 579-9237
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Parker School Photo
Parker School
Gr: K-12 | 306 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 18
65-1224 Lindsey Road
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 885-6803
(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 Sacred Hearts Academy, Hawaii Baptist Academy, and Haleakala Waldorf School.
How many private schools belonging to Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC) are located in Hawaii?
44 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 $15,987, which is higher than the Hawaii private school average tuition cost of $15,628.
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 64% 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?
68% 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).
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Private Schools
13,621
Students
$15,987
Avg. Tuition
64%
Students of Color
11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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