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Best 96816 Hawaii Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 private schools serving 1,988 students in 96816, HI (there are 11 public schools, serving 4,717 public students). 31% of all K-12 students in 96816, HI are educated in private schools (compared to the HI state average of 20%).
The top ranked private schools in 96816, HI include St. Louis School, Sacred Hearts Academy, and St. Patrick School.
The average acceptance rate is 75%, which is lower than the Hawaii private school average acceptance rate of 78%.
83% of private schools in 96816, HI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 6
  • # Students Served: 1,988
  • Average Tuition: $17,466
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 49%
  • Acceptance Rate: 75%
  • Average Class Size: 20 students
  • % Students of Color: 89%
  • View 96816 Hawaii School Trends

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 6
  • # Students Served: 1,988
  • Average Tuition: $17,466
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 49%
  • Acceptance Rate: 75%
  • Average Class Size: 20 students
  • % Students of Color: 89%
  • View 96816 Hawaii School Trends

Top Ranked 96816 Hawaii Private Schools (2026)

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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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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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St. Louis School
Gr: K-12 | 830 students
All-boys (Catholic)
3142 Waialae Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 739-7777
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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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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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Chaminade University Montessori Lab School
Gr: PK-K | 36 students
Avg. class size: 36 students
Montessori School (Catholic)
3140 Waialae Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 735-4875
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96816, Hawaii Private Schools (Closed)

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Epiphany School
Gr: K-6 | 161 students
Alternative School (Episcopal)
1041 10th Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 735-1491
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Kula Kokua
Gr: K-2 | 13 students
Special Education School
845 22nd Ave.
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 732-2802
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 96816, HI?
The top ranked private schools in 96816, HI include St. Louis School, Sacred Hearts Academy, and St. Patrick School.
How many private schools are located in 96816?
6 private schools are located in 96816.
How diverse are private schools in 96816?
96816 private schools are approximately 89% minority students, which is higher than the Hawaii private school average of 72%.
What percentage of students in 96816 go to private school?
31% of all K-12 students in 96816 are educated in private schools (compared to the HI state average of 20%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 96816?
83% of private schools in 96816 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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