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#57 of 86 private schools in HI

Damien Memorial School

High School

1401 HOUGHTAILING ST, Honolulu, HI 96817

Private

Enrollment

596

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

5.8

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Hawaii private schools

#57 of 86

In Honolulu

#20 of 28

public schools

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Damien Memorial School

5.8/10

High School in Honolulu · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Kapalama Elementary School

7.9/10

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5.8/10

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About Damien Memorial School

Damien Memorial School is a private high school in Honolulu, HI. Damien Memorial School serves approximately 596 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Damien Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #57 of 86 private schools in HI.

How it compares0.6 pts below HI schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • HI avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Damien Memorial School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Damien Memorial School compares to 37 public schools serving similar grades in Honolulu, HI

Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
This School
vs
14.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
596
This School
vs
695
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.8
This School
vs
7.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 32.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 16.1% vs 0%
White 5.2% vs 0%
Black 0.7% vs 0%
Damien Memorial School Honolulu Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Damien Memorial School (this school) 5.8
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School 5.8
King David Kalakaua Middle School 7.2
Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School 4.6
School for Examining Essential Questions of Sustainability 7.9
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School 7.1
Major General William R Shafter Elementary School 8.7
Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School 4.3
Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century PCS 6.9
Moanalua Elementary School 8.7
Moanalua Middle School 8.8
Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School 6.5
President Theodore Roosevelt High School 8.0
Moanalua High School 8.1
President William McKinley High School 6.1
Halau Ku Mana - A New Century PCS 7.0
Aliamanu Elementary School 8.0
President George Washington Middle School 6.6
Aliamanu Middle School 8.2
Salt Lake Elementary School 8.2
Red Hill Elementary School 8.7

Showing 20 of 37 schools. View all schools in Honolulu

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in HI.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 2.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,258
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 74%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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Enrollment 596
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in HI

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Asian 32.9%
Two or More 32.0%
Hispanic 16.1%
Pacific Islander 12.4%
White 5.2%
Black 0.7%
Native American 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1401 HOUGHTAILING ST, Honolulu, HI 96817

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Damien Memorial School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Kalihi Uka Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kalihi Kai Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kapalama Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Honolulu, see our Honolulu schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Kapalama Elementary School Honolulu 0.3 mi 7.9
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School Honolulu 0.4 mi 5.8
Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School Honolulu 0.4 mi 7.2
Lanakila Elementary School Honolulu 0.5 mi 6.5
ST THERESA SCHOOL Honolulu 0.6 mi 6.6
Princess Victoria Kaiulani Elementary School Honolulu 0.6 mi 3.2
King David Kalakaua Middle School Honolulu 0.6 mi 7.2
Kalihi Waena Elementary School Honolulu 0.7 mi 6.2
Kalihi Kai Elementary School Honolulu 0.7 mi 8.2
Governor Sanford B Dole Middle School Honolulu 0.9 mi 4.6
Linapuni Elementary School Honolulu 0.9 mi 5.1
Kauluwela Elementary School Honolulu 1.0 mi 4.7
Kaewai Elementary School Honolulu 1.0 mi 5.6
KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS KAPALAMA CAMPUS Honolulu 1.0 mi 4.2
Kalihi Uka Elementary School Honolulu 1.1 mi 8.4
WAOLANI JUDD NAZARENE SCHOOL Honolulu 1.0 mi 7.0
Mayor Joseph J Fern Elementary School Honolulu 1.1 mi 5.1
SOTO ACADEMY Honolulu 1.1 mi 5.6
School for Examining Essential Questions of Sustainability Honolulu 1.1 mi 7.9
Puuhale Elementary School Honolulu 1.1 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 96817 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,690

Median Home Value

$930,000

Median Rent

$1,419/mo

Population

55,213

College Educated

29.9%

Homeownership

43.1%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

15.3%

Median Age

45.4

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Honokaa High & Intermediate School Honokaa, HI 6.2
Kaimuki High School Honolulu, HI 6.2
Waimea High School Waimea, HI 6.2
Pahoa High & Intermediate School Pahoa, HI 4.7
SEABURY HALL Makawao, HI 6.9
Kailua High School Kailua, HI 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Damien Memorial School

What grades does Damien Memorial School serve?

Damien Memorial School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Damien Memorial School?

Damien Memorial School has an enrollment of approximately 596 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Damien Memorial School?

The student-teacher ratio at Damien Memorial School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Damien Memorial School rank in HI?

Damien Memorial School ranks #57 of 86 private schools in HI.

What is Damien Memorial School's MySchoolScout rating?

Damien Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Damien Memorial School a private school?

Yes, Damien Memorial School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Damien Memorial School a religious school?

Damien Memorial School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
61 Good Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
596
Gender Split
59% M / 41% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
185 days
Setting
Large City
County
Honolulu County

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