K-12 Schools in Honolulu County, HI

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Punahou School
Private School
Honolulu, HI
K-12
329
1 Best Private High Schools in Honolulu County
Alum: Punahou was the best experience of my life! I want to send my own kids here. I attended Punahou from kindergarten through my senior year. The environment is amazing. I made friends for life as well as connections with my teachers and coaches. Punahou sets you up for success in your future endeavors, and is always encouraging and supportive.
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3,768 Students
11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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'Iolani School
Private School
Honolulu, HI
K-12
296
2 Best Private High Schools in Honolulu County
Senior: Iolani School’s academics is top-notch. The teachers are quirky and unique, there are a wide range of resources available to students, and the curriculum is top-notch. If I have one complaint, it would be the homework load. Sometimes it is a little too much. However, I have heard many students say that college is easy compared to Iolani, so it can be a good thing. The STEM courses offered are excellent!
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A+
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1,900 Students
10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Le Jardin Academy
Private School
Kailua, HI
PK, K-12
174
3 Best Private High Schools in Honolulu County
Parent: Our children thrived and matured immensely at this school. Our oldest was recently diagnosed with a learning disability and even before the official diagnosis, the teacher recognized the potential challenge and the school provided educational programs to intervene early on with the learning specialist. Our child's reading and writing improved dramatically when you compare the reading, writing, and spelling ability from the beginning to the end of the school year. I'm so happy with the way the teachers at Le Jardin have a personal interest in the positive growth of each student. We absolutely will keep our children here until they leave for college!
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A+
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826 Students
8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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BASIS Independent McLean
Private School
McLean, VA
PK, K-12
9
Parent: Our son is currently in the 2nd grade. He has been at the school for two years, and it has been a wonderful experience. The enthusiasm of the teachers, who are truly experts in the subjects they teach, is infectious. They consistently set high standards for all students at every stage of their academic career. This is a school that prioritizes academics and the students themselves; it is targeted to students with intellectual curiosity and a strong work ethic. We are very happy here!
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NG
Overall Niche Grade
375 Students
6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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St. Andrew's Priory School
Private School
Honolulu, HI
PK, K-12
26
4 Best Private High Schools in Honolulu County
Senior: The Priory offers its students many opportunities. Its prime location in downtown Honolulu gives students access to many internship opportunities and educational experiences. It has a rich Hawaiian culture and celebrates its roots. A wonderful place to have young girls thrive and shape them into independent young women. However, academically it's not challenging enough as a private school and is quite expensive. The school has a hard time managing its money, so the quality of the facilities and faculty has been slipping.
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310 Students
7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Hawaii Baptist Academy
Private School
Honolulu, HI
K-12
89
5 Best Private High Schools in Honolulu County
Parent: As a parent, I love that my son has access to excellent academics with AP courses and technology within a smaller, more nurturing environment. He is also able to compete in sports and participate in the clubs that encourage his God-given talents and interests. The teachers are great and are really able to develop relationships with students. My son loves HBA!
Read 89 Reviews
A
Overall Niche Grade
1,026 Students
13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Island Pacific Academy
Private School
Kapolei, HI
PK, K-12
74
6 Best Private High Schools in Honolulu County
Alum: As a recent graduate of IPA, I can say that I'm heading towards a good direction in life, and in large part that's due to the support I have received in the community of IPA.

Not to say everything is perfect of course. When compared to other private schools on the island, there is significantly less resources to take advantage of (which has the capability to impact your academic progression) and the IB system is very flawed.

However, what this school excels in which these other schools lack is a personal touch. Every student will be accounted for, every student will feel safe, and every student has the potential to form meaningful connections with teachers and classmates. You will have the ability to come out successful.

This school is not for everybody, but it was the right school for me. And if you especially value the elements I have praised in this review, then I guarantee that you will not find an experience as beneficial as you will in this campus.
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A
Overall Niche Grade
473 Students
10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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La Pietra Hawaii School for Girls
Private School
Honolulu, HI
6-12
31
7 Best Private High Schools in Honolulu County
Senior: La Pietra has been the most incredible gift I have received. Not only did I find my best friends here, I found myself. My teachers are loving, supportive and encourage me to work hard. They have taught me that there is always room for improvement in both academic and social life. I'm grateful that my mom provided me with a good education. Because of her hard work, I will never take school for granted.
Although I enjoy La Pietra, I would like some changes to be made. The school promotes a specific type of student: one that does nothing else but be a student. There is a high level on pressure on the students, which causes a ridiculous amount of stress.
If the school offered more emotional support, the girls may be able to find a healthy balance between school work and social life.
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A
Overall Niche Grade
171 Students
8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Pacific Buddhist Academy
Private School
Honolulu, HI
9-12
15
8 Best Private High Schools in Honolulu County
Senior: My experience at Pacific Buddhist Academy has been excellent! Although enrollment has been low, we just built a new building, so we definitely have capacity for more students. I loved the school culture, which was so welcoming. That stemmed from our connection to Buddhism from sharing campuses (founded by) with the Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii and our close-knit environment. Classes are small enough, so students really get to know one another, and we form personal relationships with our teachers as well! Almost all of us participate in sports, be it in our stand-alone team, with Pac-5, or joining another school. Our academic schedule is a bit hard to grasp, but it’s a cycle system where we only have two core classes at a time for two hours each, which change every 6 weeks. We can really delve into the subject matter this way. There’s so many opportunities to study abroad thanks to PBA and Hongwanji. Our various school events throughout the year brings us together.
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A
Overall Niche Grade
68 Students
6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Sacred Hearts Academy
Private School
Honolulu, HI
PK, K-12
55
9 Best Private High Schools in Honolulu County
Junior: Sacred Hearts Academy is an all girls school and through this school I have become a strong woman. We come together and support each other. I have always felt like my peers have my back. Our education is great! I am always doing my best and working hard. Sacred Hearts Academy has teachers that are there for you and will help you when you are struggling with work, the administration never lets a question go unnoticed and is always there to help.
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A-
Overall Niche Grade
940 Students
11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Damien Memorial School
Private School
Honolulu, HI
6-12
70
10 Best Private High Schools in Honolulu County
Parent: As a smaller private school in Hawaii, Damien provides a close knit family type of education. The teachers care about the students and providing a comprehensive education. The football program is excellent!
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A-
Overall Niche Grade
594 Students
17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Hanalani Schools
Private School
Mililani, HI
PK, K-12
120
11 Best Private High Schools in Honolulu County
Parent: At Hanalani Schools, parents partner with teachers to meet student needs. Teachers keep open lines of communication to the home, many teachers hold tertiary degrees, and the administrators are present on campus and visible during important times like lunches and even classroom lessons. The head of schools' love for the children is evident and this excellence of love and devotion is mirrored in the staff and faculty.
Read 120 Reviews
A-
Overall Niche Grade
740 Students
19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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American Renaissance Academy
Private School
Kapolei, HI
K-12
10
12 Best Private High Schools in Honolulu County
Parent: My family and I moved from Silicon Valley and were concerned about the schools here in Hawaii. We feel fortunate to have found American Renaissance Academy. It is very small, so if you are only looking for a place where your child is looking for a popularity contest...Probably not for you. If your are looking for a college prep curriculum, with an emphasis on the performing arts, THIS IS IT!
I was told by someone that ARA is known as the school of nerds, coming from a fellow nerd, I take no offense! My daughter is loving the string orchestra and rigorous academics. The musical theater and acting teacher are amazing as well! Do your research, science has proven that cultivating the fine arts open young minds to higher learning in core academics. The swim team is amazing. Many of their alum have received swim scholarships! ARA is a hidden gem.
Read 10 Reviews
B+
Overall Niche Grade
87 Students
8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Kamehameha Schools - Kapalama Campus
Private School
Honolulu, HI
K-12
618
13 Best Private High Schools in Honolulu County
Senior: Kamehameha Schools - Kapalama Campus has allowed me to learn and grow in every aspect. Before attending Kamehameha Schools, I knew little to nothing about my culture but throughout my years here, I have learned so much and have developed an appreciation for everything my ancestors have done. Learning about my kupuna (ancestors) has given me a greater perspective on issues going on in the world.

Academically, Kamehameha Schools challenges its students. There are a wide variety of classes that students may take, however, it does lack career-specific jobs, which other schools do offer. Kamehameha Schools also encourages teachers to integrate Hawaiian culture whether it be through ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi or Hawaiian history.

Athletically, Kamehameha Schools is one of the top schools in Hawaii. The teams are very competitive and athletes who come out of the Kamehameha excel in collegiate/professional levels.
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B+
Overall Niche Grade
3,181 Students
13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Christian Academy
Private School
Honolulu, HI
PK, K-12
37
14 Best Private High Schools in Honolulu County
Junior: I have been here at Christian Academy for three years. In those three years, I have been succeeding greatly with my knowledge and my abilities. Christian Academy definitely prepares you for college with the work that is taught. In Junior and Senior year, there is a fifteen and twenty page essay that improves not only our writing skills, but also our presenting and speech skills as we have to present our paper to a three judge panel. Their sports program has been very successful in the past few years. Our boys have won basketball and volleyball championships, as well as the girls. This year, the girls and boys will be defending their championship this year. Go Patriots!!
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B+
Overall Niche Grade
244 Students
10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Maryknoll School
Private School
Honolulu, HI
K-12
117
15 Best Private High Schools in Honolulu County
Alum: Maryknoll School provided me with the opportunity to grow academically, spiritually and personally. My teachers genuinely cared about my success inside and outside of the classroom. I was able to explore my interests and passions through student clubs and athletics and thought provoking courses. I was also able to make awesome friendships, many of which became some of my closest friends in life. I'm very fortunate to have been able to attend and graduate from Maryknoll.
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B+
Overall Niche Grade
1,079 Students
15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Honolulu Waldorf School - High School
Private School
Honolulu, HI
PK, K-12
16
16 Best Private High Schools in Honolulu County
Parent: Honolulu Waldorf High School did a wonderful job preparing my daughter for college and life. She went to a great university, graduated "cum laude" and immediately found a fantastic job. She and her classmates all say college was a lot of work but easy; that Waldorf really prepared them because its classes are taught college-style with lots of discussion and deep thinking, and the work is similar to what they ended up having to do in college, so they felt completely capable. The best part of Waldorf is that its graduates are able to initiate for themselves what they need: they are articulate and at ease talking to others, they aren't intimidated by a challenge and can find solutions for any obstacles that come their way, and they are the coolest people as adults, too! Very interesting, and interested, people. Love Waldorf education! Plus, the students are really supportive of each other, the faculty is truly caring and everyone appreciates people being themselves. Highly recommend!
Read 16 Reviews
B+
Overall Niche Grade
291 Students
8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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St. Francis School
Private School
Honolulu, HI
PK, K-12
39
17 Best Private High Schools in Honolulu County
Senior: I have gone to Saint Francis School for a long time, basically most of my life. This could make me very close-minded on my rating especially if I'm comparing it to other schools. The star features of this school are the few yet extremely important teachers that guide us during our time here. They are probably the best feature of Saint Francis and really care about their students. Even teachers that have left the school continue to come back to support us during school events. The teachers are really the gems of the school. Our school is very involved in our athletics because a majority of the students here participate in sports. However, sometimes they award athletic ability way more than they award academic even though they name themselves a college preparatory school. The school is fighting its way through the struggles presented. I love Saint Francis and the people in it. I have received so many opportunities and blessings from this school.
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B+
Overall Niche Grade
511 Students
10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Saint Louis School
Private School
Honolulu, HI
K-12
61
18 Best Private High Schools in Honolulu County
Junior: Saint Louis is by far one of the better schools in Hawaii that provides a great education, a great athletics program, and to learn many essential life lessons. Saint Louis has a great reputation for the brotherhood, being an all-boys school, and allows you to really get to know one another. Also, since Saint Louis is such a small school, you really get to know everyone from the students to the teachers, faculty, and staff. The school does have its drawbacks just like any other school does. Exclusion, segregation, and bullying exist but is very minimal when compared to other private schools in Hawaii. Regardless, it is a great school that will change a boy into a man.
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B+
Overall Niche Grade
885 Students
16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Hawaiian Mission Academy
Private School
Honolulu, HI
9-12
25
19 Best Private High Schools in Honolulu County
Senior: Hawaiian Mission Academy is a very family based school. Students get along very well that they eventually become family. The teachers are very supportive in the students education and wants to teach them more and more everyday. They have multiple fields trips throughout the year like Camp Hookui, Senior Trip, Biology Trip and Camp Edman. Camp Hookui is basically camp in the beginning of the year where no one knows anyone and begins bonding with them at camp because they do various activities that involve team work. Overall the school is very unique.
Read 25 Reviews
B
Overall Niche Grade
126 Students
11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Calvary Chapel Christian School
Private School
Aiea, HI
K-12
28
20 Best Private High Schools in Honolulu County
High School Junior: I love my school because the whole secondary is pretty tightly knit and we all know each other. Everyone is friendly and eager to help each other. The games are always fun to attend and provide a safe and fun place to go and hang out with friends. The school is not too strict and they really provide an opportunity to not only grow academically and physically, but spiritually.
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B
Overall Niche Grade
178 Students
11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Ko'olau Baptist Academy
Private School
Kaneohe, HI
K-12
34
Alum: I love the Christian philosophy of this school, which helped me to anchor my life and heart. The academics were strong, and the faculty and administration were great role models for me. The ohana feeling is strong here, and student thrive in the environment. Don't pick KBA because it is an inexpensive private school; choose it because your kids will learn to live by solid Christian values that will endure throughout their lives.
Read 34 Reviews
B-
Overall Niche Grade
198 Students
13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Ho'ala School
Private School
Wahiawa, HI
K-12
1
Senior: I have been at the school my whole school career & I have gotten so close with everyone there. All of the teachers and students are like family to me. This is my last year & I'm sad that I'm going to leave.
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A
Overall Niche Grade
95 Students
10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Trinity Christian School
Private School
Kailua, HI
PK, K-12
9
Alum: I have spent nearly all of my elementary, middle, and high school education at Trinity. Though Trinity is certainly a very small school and therefore has fewer resources and opportunities than say Punahou or Iolani, I found that it wasn't an issue. Because of its small size, I got to know my teachers and classmates very well, and I loved being able to socialize and mix with students in other grades. Even now in college, I still have relationships with past teachers, who are always happy to see me when I come home during summer and Christmas break. In terms of academics, Trinity prepared me to write, read, learn, and study so well that college wasn't much of a step. Another big perk of going to Trinity through your senior year is that you get to tour Europe for 2 weeks with your senior class. Going to Europe later inspired me to travel abroad while I was in college as well!
Read 9 Reviews
A
Overall Niche Grade
360 Students
9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Our Savior Lutheran School
Private School
Aiea, HI
PK, K-8
6
Parent: One of my children transferred to Our Savior from another, more expensive school, and she has grown so much! She was challenged to change her habits and develop many skills she hadn't worked at before. I especially loved watching her writing, speech, and attitude improve. Her younger brother started in Kindergarten, and I've seen how much more is taught at Our Savior than I or my daughter had. Because the children are taught respect, discipline, patience, they get a strong bond with classmates and families. The only problem is (I think) that the teachers are too humble even though they are present and work hard.
Read 6 Reviews
A+
Overall Niche Grade
144 Students
15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Mid-Pacific Institute
Private School
Honolulu, HI
PK, K-12
69
Parent: MPI embraces 21st-century learning and skills starting in K and throughout high school. Students work in collaborative groups, learn to give/receive feedback, honor and respect diversity and diverse opinions. When feasible, lessons in math are applied concurrently to science or English (middle school) to keep it relevant and cross-disciplinary. The "global" of MPI is literal (high percentage of international students compared to other similar private schools) but also global in the sense of taking a comprehensive and holistic look at problems. MPI also offers both IB and AP courses in high school, as well as a unique MPX curriculum to accommodate learner preferences and styles (MPX is much more project based than the traditional track). Arts continue to be quite strong. IT/digital visual arts is very strong. Students are taught from elementary school how to be good digital citizens.
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NG
Overall Niche Grade
1,580 Students
14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Whittle School & Studios
Opening September 2019, Private School
Washington, DC
PK, K-12
NG
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— Students
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Our Lady of Mercy School
Private School
Potomac, MD
PK, K-8
1
High School Senior: The teachers allow for growth and nourishment.
Read 1 Review
NG
Overall Niche Grade
226 Students
9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Punahou School

'Iolani School

Le Jardin Academy

BASIS Independent McLean

St. Andrew's Priory School

Hawaii Baptist Academy

Island Pacific Academy

La Pietra Hawaii School for Girls

Pacific Buddhist Academy

Sacred Hearts Academy

Damien Memorial School

Hanalani Schools

American Renaissance Academy

Kamehameha Schools - Kapalama Campus

Christian Academy

Maryknoll School

Honolulu Waldorf School - High School

St. Francis School

Saint Louis School

Hawaiian Mission Academy

Calvary Chapel Christian School

Ko'olau Baptist Academy

Ho'ala School

Trinity Christian School

Our Savior Lutheran School

Mid-Pacific Institute

Whittle School & Studios

Our Lady of Mercy School