St. Theresa School in Honolulu, HI is a Catholic co–educational private school serving grades PK–8 with a total enrollment of 233 udents.
Founded in 1931, the school is located in a large city community within the Liliha Kapalama neighborhood.
The school maintains a udent–teacher ratio of 11:1 with an average class size of 20 and employs 21 teachers, 32% of whom hold advanced degrees.
Annual tuition is $7,600, with 15% of udents receiving financial aid, averaging $1,000 per award.
Theresa School ranks in the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for diversity, with over 94% of enrolled udents representing students of color.
Quick Facts (2026)
- 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:
Category
Attribute
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
95%
State avg.: 72%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
32%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
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.: 81%
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
ChoirDrama
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 77%.
What sports does St. Theresa School offer?
St. Theresa School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
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).
In what neighborhood is St. Theresa School located?
St. Theresa School is located in the Liliha Kapalama neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 6 other private schools located in Liliha Kapalama.
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The nearest preschool is Hawaii Baptist Academy (0.6 miles away)
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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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