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#42 of 86 private schools in HI
Top 48% of private schools
Hongwanji Mission School
Elementary School
1728 PALI HWY, Honolulu, HI 96813
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Hawaii private schools
#42 of 86
In Honolulu
#14 of 28
public schools
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Hongwanji Mission School
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About Hongwanji Mission School
Hongwanji Mission School is a private elementary school in Honolulu, HI. Hongwanji Mission School serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hongwanji Mission School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #42 of 86 private schools in HI.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- HI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Hongwanji Mission School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hongwanji Mission 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 Hongwanji Mission School compares to 66 public schools serving similar grades in Honolulu, HI
Student Demographics
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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.
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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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1728 PALI HWY, Honolulu, HI 96813
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hongwanji Mission School may also want to explore other elementary 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, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, President Abraham Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Honolulu, see our Honolulu schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96813 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,799
Median Home Value
$804,100
Median Rent
$1,821/mo
Population
26,059
College Educated
48.3%
Homeownership
54.8%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lanakila Elementary School Honolulu, HI | 6.5 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL KAILUA Kailua, HI | 6.5 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Honolulu, HI | 6.5 |
| Honokaa Elementary School Honokaa, HI | 6.6 |
| Kula Elementary School Kula, HI | 6.4 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL Honolulu, HI | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hongwanji Mission School
What grades does Hongwanji Mission School serve?
Hongwanji Mission School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Hongwanji Mission School?
Hongwanji Mission School has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hongwanji Mission School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hongwanji Mission School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hongwanji Mission School rank in HI?
Hongwanji Mission School ranks #42 of 86 private schools in HI.
What is Hongwanji Mission School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hongwanji Mission School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hongwanji Mission School a private school?
Yes, Hongwanji Mission School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Hongwanji Mission School a religious school?
Hongwanji Mission School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 308
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Honolulu County
- Phone
- (808) 532-0521
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