The Kamehameha Schools

Kamehameha Schools is a dynamic and nurturing learning community committed to educational excellence.
We assist people of Hawaiian ancestry to achieve their highest potential as "good and industrious men and women." Kamehameha Schools is a dynamic and nurturing learning community where faculty and staff are committed to educational excellence.
Kamehameha Schools is committed to meeting the diverse educational needs of the Hawaiian community.
To accomplish this, KS has initiated many new methods of delivery beyond campus-based programs.
Some examples include collaborative efforts with charter schools and other community organizations, area learning centers which become a hub for community work, and scholarships for learners to engage in supplementary enrichment activities or needed services.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked HI School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 2,441 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

The Kamehameha Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
2,441 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 72%
Students by Grade
The Kamehameha Schools Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
233 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Kamehameha Schools is a dynamic and nurturing learning community committed to educational excellence. We assist people of Hawaiian ancestry to achieve their highest potential as "good and industrious men and women." Kamehameha Schools is a dynamic and nurturing learning community where faculty and staff are committed to educational excellence. Kamehameha Schools is committed to meeting the diverse educational needs of the Hawaiian community. To accomplish this, KS has initiated many new methods of delivery beyond campus-based programs. Some examples include collaborative efforts with charter schools and other community organizations, area learning centers which become a hub for community work, and scholarships for learners to engage in supplementary enrichment activities or needed services.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Kamehameha Schools's ranking?
The Kamehameha Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Hawaii for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for The Kamehameha Schools?
The application deadline for The Kamehameha Schools is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Kamehameha Schools located?
The Kamehameha Schools is located in the Liliha Kapalama neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 6 other private schools located in Liliha Kapalama.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked HI School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 2,441 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Honolulu, HI is $17,029 for elementary schools and $20,168 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Honolulu, HI is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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