Soto Academy

Soto Academy is dedicated to developing good citizens and academic proficiency through character and physical development.
We help students develop to their full potential socially, mentally and physically.
Students are taught self-discipline, a sense of organization and independence.
We encourage creative thinking, pride and quality in accomplishment, and respect for self and others with "the 3 R's." School is an extension of home.
A high level of communication is maintained between home and school.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 47 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
47 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 72%
Students by Grade
Soto Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Soto Academy is dedicated to developing good citizens and academic proficiency through character and physical development. We help students develop to their full potential socially, mentally and physically. Students are taught self-discipline, a sense of organization and independence. We encourage creative thinking, pride and quality in accomplishment, and respect for self and others with "the 3 R's." School is an extension of home. A high level of communication is maintained between home and school.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 47 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Honolulu, HI is $18,880 for elementary schools and $20,910 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Honolulu, HI is 74% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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