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#65 of 86 private schools in HI

Hawaii Baptist Academy

School

2429 PALI HWY, Honolulu, HI 96817

Private

Enrollment

1,049

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Hawaii private schools

#65 of 86

In Honolulu

#22 of 28

public schools

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Hawaii Baptist Academy

5.4/10

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

Maemae Elementary School

9.1/10

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About Hawaii Baptist Academy

Hawaii Baptist Academy is a private school in Honolulu, HI. Hawaii Baptist Academy serves approximately 1,049 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hawaii Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #65 of 86 private schools in HI.

How it compares0.9 pts below HI schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • HI avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Hawaii Baptist Academy 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 Hawaii Baptist Academy compares to 74 public schools serving similar grades in Honolulu, HI

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
This School
vs
14.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
1,049
This School
vs
529
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.4
This School
vs
7.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 42.5% vs 0%
White 1.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 1% vs 0%
Black 0.4% vs 0%
Hawaii Baptist Academy Honolulu Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Hawaii Baptist Academy (this school) 5.4
Maemae Elementary School 9.1
Pauoa Elementary School 9.3
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School 7.1
Nuuanu Elementary School 9.1
School for Examining Essential Questions of Sustainability 7.9
Lanakila Elementary School 6.5
President Abraham Lincoln Elementary School 8.9
Kauluwela Elementary School 4.7
Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School 7.2
Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School 6.5
Royal Elementary School 4.9
President Theodore Roosevelt High School 8.0
Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School 4.3
Halau Ku Mana - A New Century PCS 7.0
Princess Victoria Kaiulani Elementary School 3.2
Kapalama Elementary School 7.9
Kalihi Uka Elementary School 8.4
Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century PCS 6.9
Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School 6.9
Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School 5.8

Showing 20 of 74 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)
B 5.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.9 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,214.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 56%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 1,049
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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)

Two or More 50.0%
Asian 42.5%
Pacific Islander 4.3%
White 1.4%
Hispanic 1.0%
Black 0.4%
Native American 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2429 PALI HWY, Honolulu, HI 96817

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hawaii Baptist Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Pauoa Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maemae Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nuuanu Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Honolulu, see our Honolulu schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Maemae Elementary School Honolulu 0.2 mi 9.1
WAOLANI JUDD NAZARENE SCHOOL Honolulu 0.5 mi 7.0
Pauoa Elementary School Honolulu 0.6 mi 9.3
Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School Honolulu 0.7 mi 7.1
Nuuanu Elementary School Honolulu 0.9 mi 9.1
School for Examining Essential Questions of Sustainability Honolulu 0.9 mi 7.9
PACIFIC BUDDHIST ACADEMY Honolulu 0.9 mi 6.6
SOTO ACADEMY Honolulu 0.9 mi 5.6
HONGWANJI MISSION SCHOOL Honolulu 1.0 mi 6.5
President Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Honolulu 1.1 mi 8.9
ST THERESA SCHOOL Honolulu 1.0 mi 6.6
Lanakila Elementary School Honolulu 1.0 mi 6.5
KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS KAPALAMA CAMPUS Honolulu 1.1 mi 4.2
Kauluwela Elementary School Honolulu 1.1 mi 4.7
Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School Honolulu 1.2 mi 6.5
Royal Elementary School Honolulu 1.3 mi 4.9
Princess Miriam K Likelike Elementary School Honolulu 1.2 mi 7.2
President Theodore Roosevelt High School Honolulu 1.3 mi 8.0
Princess Ruth Keelikolani Middle School Honolulu 1.4 mi 4.3
MONTESSORI COMMUNITY SCHOOL Honolulu 1.4 mi 8.2

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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School Rating
Kamaile Academy PCS Waianae, HI 4.9
Hawaii Academy of Arts & Science PCS Pahoa, HI 6.0
ST LOUIS SCHOOL Honolulu, HI 4.8
MARYKNOLL SCHOOL Honolulu, HI 6.2
KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS MAUI Makawao, HI 4.3
KAMEHAMEHA SCHOOLS HAWAI'I Keaau, HI 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hawaii Baptist Academy

What grades does Hawaii Baptist Academy serve?

Hawaii Baptist Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Hawaii Baptist Academy?

Hawaii Baptist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,049 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hawaii Baptist Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Hawaii Baptist Academy is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Hawaii Baptist Academy rank in HI?

Hawaii Baptist Academy ranks #65 of 86 private schools in HI.

What is Hawaii Baptist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Hawaii Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Hawaii Baptist Academy a private school?

Yes, Hawaii Baptist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Hawaii Baptist Academy a religious school?

Hawaii Baptist Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
10 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,049
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
92
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
6.9 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Large City
County
Honolulu County

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