St. Catherine School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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About the School

St. Catherine School in Kapaa, HI serves 156 co–ed udents from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a town community setting.
Founded in 1946, this Catholic school has a udent–teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average class size of 12 students.
The school offers 10 Advanced Placement courses and is accredited by the Weern Association of Schools and Colleges.
Annual tuition is $7,075, with 30% of udents receiving an average financial aid grant of $1,000.
Admissions are rolling with an acceptance rate of 20%, reflecting selective enrollment in this town–based private school.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked HI School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 156 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,075
Acceptance rate: 20%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Catherine School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Catherine School
Pre-K	44
Kind	13
1	10
2	16
3	14
4	14
5	13
6	9
7	7
8	16

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Year Founded

1946

Campus Size

30 acres

Student Body

Total Students

156 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

46%

State avg.: 72%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

11 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

12 students

Number of AP Courses

10 courses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,075

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% on Financial Aid

30%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,000

Acceptance Rate

20%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Associate

Patrice Arnold

Endowment Size

$100 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

1 sport

Sports

Track and Field

School Notes

School Motto: 'Knowledge is Power'
School Mascot: Eagles

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jane Doe, Author (Graduated 2000) -
- John Smith, Scientist (Graduated 1995) -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Catherine School cost?

St. Catherine School's tuition is approximately $7,075 for private students.

What schools are St. Catherine School often compared to?

St. Catherine School is often viewed alongside schools like Island School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Catherine School?

The acceptance rate of St. Catherine School is 20%, which is lower than the national average of 78%. St. Catherine School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Hawaii with low acceptance rates.

Who are famous alumni from St. Catherine School?

St. Catherine School famous alumni include: Jane Doe, Author (Graduated 2000) and John Smith, Scientist (Graduated 1995).

What sports does St. Catherine School offer?

St. Catherine School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Track and Field.

What is St. Catherine School's ranking?

St. Catherine School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for: Least expensive tuition and Lowest average acceptance rates.

When is the application deadline for St. Catherine School?

The application deadline for St. Catherine School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 7/27/2012

Excellent and affordable Catholic education. Great music and performing arts programs including violin and ukulele. Fun and affordable after school enrichment programs. My kids participated in self defense, hula and lego robotics programs. Super dedicated teachers. Caring support staff. More like an extension of family.

- Posted by Parent - linds

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The average private school tuition in Kauai County, HI is $9,394 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).