St. John The Baptist Catholic School perpetuates the Catholic faith by living as Christ lives, by teaching as Christ teaches, and by loving as Christ loves.
We believe that St. John the Baptist Catholic School firmly commits to the vision and values of Christ's way of life.
We recognize the religious, ethnic, social, and economic diversity of our youth.
We strive to build a Catholic faith community where parents are the primary educators of their children, and the staff are facilitators of students' learning.
Together the parents/guardians, administration, staff, parish, and school board nurture the holistic growth of each student and provide opportunities for the fullest self-realization of the individual's highest potential.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. John The Baptist Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
120 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
94%
State avg.: 72%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- St. John The Baptist Catholic School perpetuates the Catholic faith by living as Christ lives, by teaching as Christ teaches, and by loving as Christ loves. We believe that St. John the Baptist Catholic School firmly commits to the vision and values of Christ's way of life. We recognize the religious, ethnic, social, and economic diversity of our youth. We strive to build a Catholic faith community where parents are the primary educators of their children, and the staff are facilitators of students' learning. Together the parents/guardians, administration, staff, parish, and school board nurture the holistic growth of each student and provide opportunities for the fullest self-realization of the individual's highest potential.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. John The Baptist Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. John The Baptist Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. John The Baptist Catholic School located?
St. John The Baptist Catholic School is located in the Kalihi Palama neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 2 other private schools located in Kalihi Palama.
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