Very Good
#19 of 86 private schools in HI
Top 21% of private schools
Ho'ala School
Elementary School
1067 CALIFORNIA AVE A, Wahiawa, HI 96786
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Hawaii private schools
#19 of 86
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About Ho'ala School
Ho'ala School is a private elementary school in Wahiawa, HI. Ho'ala School serves approximately 41 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ho'ala School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #19 of 86 private schools in HI.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- HI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 41 students, Ho'ala School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8:1 students to teachers, Ho'ala School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ho'ala 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
BetaHow Ho'ala School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Wahiawa, HI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ho'ala School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Wahiawa Middle School | 4.0 |
| Kamalani Academy | 4.3 |
| Wahiawa Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Kaala Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Helemano Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School | 9.3 |
| Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Iliahi Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Daniel K Inouye Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Sergeant Samuel K Solomon Elementary School | 6.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1067 CALIFORNIA AVE A, Wahiawa, HI 96786
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ho'ala School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mililani Ike Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Mililani), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mililani Mauka Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Mililani), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Iliahi Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wahiawa, see our Wahiawa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wahiawa Middle School Wahiawa | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Kamalani Academy Wahiawa | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Wahiawa Elementary School Wahiawa | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Leilehua High School Wahiawa | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Kaala Elementary School Wahiawa | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Helemano Elementary School Wahiawa | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Major Sheldon Wheeler Middle School Wahiawa | 1.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Major Sheldon Wheeler Elementary School Wahiawa | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Iliahi Elementary School Wahiawa | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Daniel K Inouye Elementary School Wahiawa | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Mililani Mauka Elementary School Mililani | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Kipapa Elementary School Mililani | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Mililani Middle School Mililani | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Mililani Ike Elementary School Mililani | 2.7 mi | 9.2 |
| ST JOHN'S CATHOLIC PRESCHOOL Mililani | 2.9 mi | — |
| Mililani Waena Elementary School Mililani | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Mililani High School Mililani | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Sergeant Samuel K Solomon Elementary School Wahiawa | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| HANALANI SCHOOLS Mililani | 4.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Mililani Uka Elementary School Mililani | 4.2 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96786 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,488
Median Home Value
$724,400
Median Rent
$2,784/mo
Population
41,293
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
29.8%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
28
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| KE KULA O PIILANI Wailuku, HI | 7.4 |
| KAHILI ADVENTIST SCHOOL Kapaa, HI | — |
| MAUI ADVENTIST SCHOOL Kahului, HI | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ho'ala School
What grades does Ho'ala School serve?
Ho'ala School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Ho'ala School?
Ho'ala School has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ho'ala School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ho'ala School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ho'ala School rank in HI?
Ho'ala School ranks #19 of 86 private schools in HI.
What is Ho'ala School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ho'ala School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ho'ala School a private school?
Yes, Ho'ala School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Ho'ala School a religious school?
No, Ho'ala School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 41
- Gender Split
- 27% M / 73% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Honolulu County
- Phone
- (808) 621-1898
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