St. Francis School

The Sisters of Saint Francis of the Neuman Communities founded Saint Francis School in 1924.
Nestled on 11 acres in Manoa Valley, the mission of Saint Francis school is to provide "Quality Catholic Education in a spirit of Joy." Saint Francis School offers a varied curriculum to its students and several avenues toward graduation, depending on the student`s goals in life.

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Top Rankings

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

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild learning differences
Year Founded
1924
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
513 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
95%
State avg.: 74%
Students by Grade
St. Francis School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
17 students
Number of AP Courses
6 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP English Language and Composition, AP Englishe Literature and Composition, AP US Government and Politics, AP US History
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform required

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition is lower for middle and elementary
% on Financial Aid
45%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Melissa Bantilan

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
26 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
ASL Club, Band, Campus Ministry, Chess Club, Color Guard, Dance Club, Hiking Club, Ke Alakai, Mathletes, Morning News Live, Mu Alpha Theta, Natinal Art Honor Society, National Forensic League, National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, National Science Honor Society, Otaku League, Quill & Scroll Honor Society, Recruiting, Recycling Club, Robotics Club, Spanish Honor Society, Speech and Debate, Student Organization, Tri-M-Modern Music Masters Honor Society, Yoga Club

School Notes

  • The Sisters of Saint Francis of the Neuman Communities founded Saint Francis School in 1924.
  • Nestled on 11 acres in Manoa Valley, the mission of Saint Francis school is to provide "Quality Catholic Education in a spirit of Joy." Saint Francis School offers a varied curriculum to its students and several avenues toward graduation, depending on the student`s goals in life.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Francis School cost?
St. Francis School's tuition is approximately $12,400 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Francis School?
The acceptance rate of St. Francis School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 82%.
What sports does St. Francis School offer?
St. Francis School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Riflery, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo and Wrestling.
What is St. Francis School's ranking?
St. Francis School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Francis School?
The application deadline for St. Francis School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
What neighborhood is St. Francis School located?
St. Francis School is located in the Manoa neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other private schools located in Manoa.

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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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