Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,600
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Waolani Judd Nazarene School
About the School
- Since 1967, this small, private, non-profit Christian school, nestled in Nu`uanu valley of Honolulu has been educating and caring for preschoolers from the age of two through eighth grade.
- Waolani Judd Nazarene School (WJNS) is a primary and secondary school and the educational outreach of Honolulu First Church of the Nazarene.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,600
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Waolani Judd Nazarene School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1967
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
Student Body
Total Students
203 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 72%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
khaki pants and school uniform polo
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,600
Tuition Notes
Tuition rate is for our preschool program for the 2024-2025 school year. Please call the school office for elementary and middle school rates.
Summer Program Cost
$1,500
Summer Program Cost Notes
The summer program rate is for the 2024 year. Please call the main office for updated costs after March of the program year.
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Jen Ayala
Admissions Associate
Moana Leao
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Boys' Basketball (4th-6th grade)Boys' Volleyball (4th-6th grade)
Girls' Basketball (4th-6th grade)Girls' Volleyball (4th-6th grade)
School Notes
- The mission statement of Waolani Judd Nazarene School (WJNS) is "where faith and learning reflect the character of Christ." Our philosophy is rooted in the Word of God with the belief that a child's academic, emotional, physical, and spiritual needs are best met though Christian training and sound educational principles. WJNS supports the belief that education is a cooperative venture among students, parents, and teachers; the more closely we work together, the more effective our efforts will be.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Waolani Judd Nazarene School cost?
Waolani Judd Nazarene School's tuition is approximately $12,600 for private students and $1,500 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Waolani Judd Nazarene School?
The acceptance rate of Waolani Judd Nazarene School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.
Does Waolani Judd Nazarene School offer a summer program?
Yes, Waolani Judd Nazarene School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Waolani Judd Nazarene School offer?
Waolani Judd Nazarene School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Waolani Judd Nazarene School?
The application deadline for Waolani Judd Nazarene School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Waolani Judd Nazarene School located?
Waolani Judd Nazarene 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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