Makua Lani Christian Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked HI School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 364 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,128
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Makua Lani Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Makua Lani Christian Academy
Pre-K	15
Kind	34
1	32
2	34
3	36
4	28
5	24
6	29
7	18
8	17
9	28
10	29
11	19
12	21

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Year Founded

1992

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Student Body

Total Students

364 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

40%

State avg.: 72%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

30 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

30%

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Solid color pants/shorts and solid color polo shirt

Number of AP Courses

4 courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$12,128

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Tuition Notes

$12,128 = grades 9-12 $10,364 = grades 6-8 $9,923 = grades PK-5

% on Financial Aid

30%

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Kimberly Dong

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

Cross CountryGolf

SoccerTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

School Notes

Makua Lani Christian Academy is a member in good standing of the Association of Christian Schools International and the Hawaii Association of Independent Schools.
Though the state of Hawaii no longer licenses private schools, we have in the past held a Hawaii State License for Private Schools.
Makua Lani Christian Academy has 2 campuses to serve our students. They are JrK-4, and grades 5-12.
Makua Lani Christian Academy will work together with the parents and church to provide a Christ-centered spiritual, academic, and physical foundation that will produce individuals who will be Biblical thinkers capable of serving the world for Christ.

Makua Lani Christian Academy is a member in good standing of the Association of Christian Schools International and the Hawaii Association of Independent Schools.
Though the state of Hawaii no longer licenses private schools, we have in the past held a Hawaii State License for Private Schools.
Makua Lani Christian Academy has 2 campuses to serve our students. They are JrK-4, and grades 5-12.
Makua Lani Christian Academy will work together with the parents and church to provide a Christ-centered spiritual, academic, and physical foundation that will produce individuals who will be Biblical thinkers capable of serving the world for Christ.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Makua Lani Christian Academy cost?

Makua Lani Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $12,128 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Makua Lani Christian Academy?

The acceptance rate of Makua Lani Christian Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.

What sports does Makua Lani Christian Academy offer?

Makua Lani Christian Academy offers 6 interscholastic sports: Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Makua Lani Christian Academy's ranking?

Makua Lani Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Makua Lani Christian Academy?

The application deadline for Makua Lani Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Hawaii County, HI is $21,277 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Hawaii County, HI is 74% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).