St. Theresa School serves 233 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), the National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
The student:teacher of St. Theresa School is 12:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Top Ranked HI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,600
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Theresa School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1931
Student Body
Total Students
233 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 74%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
32%
Average Class Size
20 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform Required
Uniform Required
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
+ $300 Comprehensive Fee - All Grades
Preschool Tuition $8,600
% on Financial Aid
15%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Choir, Drama, Speech Club
School Notes
- Preschool for ages 3 & 4 children must be toilet trained Students entering Kindergarten must be 5 years old by September 1st.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Theresa School cost?
St. Theresa School's tuition is approximately $7,600 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Theresa School?
The acceptance rate of St. Theresa School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 82%.
What sports does St. Theresa School offer?
St. Theresa School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Theresa School's ranking?
St. Theresa School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Theresa School?
The application deadline for St. Theresa School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
I attended St. Theresa's from 1959 to 1968. It was the best thing my parents could have done for me. These are your formidable years and the teachers were totally involved with their students. They cared. I absolutely love to tell people that I attended St. Theresa's.
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