Hawaiian Mission Academy, "A School With a MISSION." HMA is a small private school with a strong College PREP program, low student-to-teacher ratio, and one that emphasizes positive student leadership skills.
Our MISSION STATEMENT is "Educating the Head, the Hand, and the Heart" because we feel that those are the three qualitative factors in educating the whole student for a life of service and success.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked HI School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Yearly Tuition: $13,500
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Hawaiian Mission Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1920
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
84 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
67%
State avg.: 72%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
2 courses
Advanced Courses
Language Composition
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform, khaki pants/shorts/skorts with uniform polo shirt
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$13,500
% on Financial Aid
20%
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
ASHMA - Student GovernmentNational Honors Society
Arts and Music Programs:
BandChoir
School Notes
- School Motto: Learning, Loving, Leading
- School Mascot: Knight
- Please send your request for an application to: ADMISSIONS OFFICE Hawaiian Mission Academy 1438 Pensacola St. Honolulu, HI 96822-3899 808.536.2207 808.524.3294 = FAX
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Hawaiian Mission Academy cost?
Hawaiian Mission Academy's tuition is approximately $13,500 for private students.
What sports does Hawaiian Mission Academy offer?
Hawaiian Mission Academy offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Golf, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is Hawaiian Mission Academy's ranking?
Hawaiian Mission Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Hawaiian Mission Academy?
The application deadline for Hawaiian Mission Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Hawaiian Mission Academy located?
Hawaiian Mission Academy is located in the Makiki And Lower And Punchbowl And Tantalus neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 5 other private schools located in Makiki And Lower And Punchbowl And Tantalus.
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The nearest high school to Hawaiian Mission Academy is Punahou School (0.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Hawaiian Mission Academy Ka Lama Iki (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Montessori Community School (0.5 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
1601 Punahou Street
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 944-5710
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 944-5710
0.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 3,724 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Maryknoll School
(Catholic)
1526 Alexander St
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 952-7100
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 952-7100
0.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 983 students Tuition listed
563 Kamoku St
Honolulu, HI 96826
(808) 943-2239
Honolulu, HI 96826
(808) 943-2239
1.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 2,023 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 25 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Assets High School
Special Program Emphasis
913 Alewa Dr
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 595-6359
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 595-6359
2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 85 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1117 Koko Head Ave
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 732-1781
Honolulu, HI 96816
(808) 732-1781
3.4 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 325 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
School Reviews
5 9/18/2014
Great school to attend. Lots of great memories.
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