Best Hawaii Boarding Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 college-prep and junior boarding schools serving 2,730 students located throughout Hawaii.
Asia Pacific International School Hawaii
Hawaiʻi Preparatory Academy

Top Hawaii Boarding Schools (2026)

Asia Pacific International School Hawaii Photo
Gr: 5-12, PG | K-12, PG (day) | 130 students
Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Avg. class size: 12 students
Acceptance rate: 90%
Tuition listed
Christian
54-230 Kamehameha Hwy
Hauula, HI 96717
(808) 670-1909
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Hawaiʻi Preparatory Academy Photo
Gr: 9-12, PG | K-12, PG (day) | 400 students
Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Avg. class size: 15 students
Acceptance rate: 42%
Tuition listed
65-1692 Kohala Mountain Road
Kamuela, HI 96743
(808) 881-4321
(4)
Iolani School Photo
Gr: 9-12 | K-12 (day) | 2,200 students
Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Avg. class size: 16 students
Tuition listed
The Episcopal Church
563 Kamoku Street
Honolulu, HI 96826
(808) 943-2379

Frequently Asked Questions

How many boarding schools are located in Hawaii?
There are 3 college-preparatory boarding schools located in Hawaii.
What is the average tuition cost of boarding school in Hawaii?
The average Hawaii boarding school tuition cost is $64,042 per year.
What is the oldest boarding school in Hawaii?
Iolani School, founded in 1863, is the oldest boarding school in Hawaii.
What boarding school in Hawaii has the lowest acceptance rates?
Hawaiʻi Preparatory Academy has the lowest boarding school acceptance rate (42%) in Hawaii.
What boarding school in Hawaii has the highest average SAT scores?
Iolani School has the highest average SAT scores (1340) in Hawaii.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Boarding Schools: 3
  • # Students Served: 2,730
  • Average Tuition: $64,042
  • Average Class Size: 14 students
  • % Students Boarding: 28%
  • % International Students: 17%
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 34%
  • Average SAT Score: 1,253
  • % Faculty w/Advanced Degree: 79%

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