Sacred Hearts Academy

For over 114 years, Sacred Hearts Academy has developed girls through its educational and extra-curricular programs and ways of teaching focused on what helps girls advance and thrive. Sacred Hearts Academy is where girls who aspire, become women who inspire.
The Academy's girl-focused academic curriculum and unique, extended-learning programs are tailored to how girls learn best. Each learning experience - whether in a classroom or on a stage or a field - is intentionally structured to develop each student's strengths and aspirations while fostering a culture of confidence and empowerment.
Sacred Hearts Academy is a Catholic independent college preparatory school for girls in preschool through twelfth grade, the Academy provides an outstanding quality education for young girls. Caring and professional teachers, small classes, a rich and varied curriculum and lively, enthusiastic students make the Academy special.
Sacred Hearts Academy focuses on character and values, cooperation, mutual respect, peaceful resolution of conflict and service.
Our school is a place where young women learn to listen, question, challenge, probe and gain the knowledge and confidence that will allow them to think for themselves and make good decisions.
We believe that excellence in education enables students to value themselves as individuals, while at the same time prepares them to participate with confidence in a complex and changing society.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked HI School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 655 students
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 28 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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    Sacred Hearts Academy provides girls and young women an exceptional education, the experience of God`s compassionate love revealed in the Hearts of Jesus and Mary, and the inspiration to become ...moreleaders for their communities and the world. hide

Top Rankings

Sacred Hearts Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Year Founded
1909
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
655 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
85%
State avg.: 74%
Students by Grade
Sacred Hearts Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
8 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Economics, AP Japanese, AP Literature & Composition, AP Physics, AP Spanish, AP US Government & Politics, AP US History
Average SAT score
1099
Average ACT score
23
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Wednesday and Friday Attire/Khaki Shorts/Polo Shirt

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Feb. 28 / rolling
Tuition Notes
Base Tuition*: 2023-2024 (Excluding Fees)Preschool thru 6: $14,327 Grade 7 thru 8: $16,633 Grade 9 thru 12: $18,903*Annual, Semester or Monthly Payment Plans Available.
% on Financial Aid
52%
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Tiffany Kiyabu Nishimura

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
29 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
"S" Club (Soroptimist Club), Big Brother Big Sisters, Bookies & Cookies, Chess Club, Club Med, Cyber Lancers, Digital Media Club, Fit808, Girls Got Grit Mentorship Program, Girls Who Code, Go Green Club, Interact Club, International Club, Junior Reserve Officer Training Cade (JROTC), Korean Club (K-Club), Leo Club, Library Club, Living In Faith Experience (LIFE), Math Counts, Mu Kappa (Math Club), Na Leo Ho'onani Liturgical Corps, National Honor Society (NHS), Outreach Unity & Renewal Club (OUR), Pacific Asian Affairs Council (PAAC), Robotics Club, Sacred Hearts Academy Speech & Debate Association (SHASDA), Speech Club, Yoga Club

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Sailing Club

School Notes

  • For over 114 years, Sacred Hearts Academy has developed girls through its educational and extra-curricular programs and ways of teaching focused on what helps girls advance and thrive. Sacred Hearts Academy is where girls who aspire, become women who inspire.
  • The Academy's girl-focused academic curriculum and unique, extended-learning programs are tailored to how girls learn best. Each learning experience - whether in a classroom or on a stage or a field - is intentionally structured to develop each student's strengths and aspirations while fostering a culture of confidence and empowerment.
  • Sacred Hearts Academy is a Catholic independent college preparatory school for girls in preschool through twelfth grade, the Academy provides an outstanding quality education for young girls. Caring and professional teachers, small classes, a rich and varied curriculum and lively, enthusiastic students make the Academy special.
  • Sacred Hearts Academy focuses on character and values, cooperation, mutual respect, peaceful resolution of conflict and service.
  • Our school is a place where young women learn to listen, question, challenge, probe and gain the knowledge and confidence that will allow them to think for themselves and make good decisions.
  • We believe that excellence in education enables students to value themselves as individuals, while at the same time prepares them to participate with confidence in a complex and changing society.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Sacred Hearts Academy?
The acceptance rate of Sacred Hearts Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 82%.
Does Sacred Hearts Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Sacred Hearts Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Sacred Hearts Academy offer?
Sacred Hearts Academy offers 24 interscholastic sports: Archery, Ballet, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Drill Team, Golf, Gymnastics, Kayaking, Marksmanship, Riflery, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo, Winter Track and Wrestling. Sacred Hearts Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for most sports offered.
What is Sacred Hearts Academy's ranking?
When is the application deadline for Sacred Hearts Academy?
The application deadline for Sacred Hearts Academy is Feb. 28 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 28 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Sacred Hearts Academy located?
Sacred Hearts Academy is located in the Kaimuki neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 2 other private schools located in Kaimuki.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked HI School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 655 students
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 28 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Honolulu, HI is $16,129 for elementary schools and $19,327 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Honolulu, HI is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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