Top Private Schools in Hawaii: A Guide to the Best Institutions

1. Punahou School

Located in Honolulu, Punahou is a co-educational college preparatory school serving students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12. Founded in 1841, it is Hawaii’s oldest college prep school, renowned for academic excellence, strong character development programs, and a high rate of graduates attending top universities worldwide.

2. ʻIolani School

Established in 1863, ʻIolani is a private, Episcopal, co-educational college prep school in Honolulu. It offers a rigorous academic curriculum alongside diverse extracurriculars in arts, athletics, and community service. The school is noted for its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and outstanding college placement.

3. Kamehameha Schools

Founded in 1887 by Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop, Kamehameha Schools is a private, co-educational boarding system with campuses on Oahu, Maui, and the Big Island. Its mission centers on providing quality education to Native Hawaiian students, blending rigorous academics with a deep emphasis on Hawaiian culture and values.

4. Saint Louis School

An all-boys, Catholic, college preparatory school in Honolulu, founded in 1841. It is the oldest continuously operating Catholic school in Hawaii. Saint Louis combines a challenging academic program with extensive extracurricular activities and a strong college placement record.

5. Maryknoll School

A co-educational, Catholic, college prep school in Honolulu, founded in 1927. Maryknoll is recognized for its commitment to diversity, a robust international and global studies program, and a well-rounded offering of arts, athletics, and service opportunities.

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