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Very Good

#22 of 86 private schools in HI

Top 24% of private schools

Mary, Star of the Sea School

Elementary School

4469 MALIA ST, Honolulu, HI 96821

Private

Enrollment

246

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Hawaii private schools

#22 of 86

In Honolulu

#6 of 28

public schools

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Mary, Star of the Sea School

7.2/10

Elementary School in Honolulu · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mary, Star of the Sea Early Learning Center

Nearby

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Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School

9.1/10

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About Mary, Star of the Sea School

Mary, Star of the Sea School is a private elementary school in Honolulu, HI. Mary, Star of the Sea School serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary, Star of the Sea School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #22 of 86 private schools in HI.

How it compares0.8 pts above HI schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • HI avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Mary, Star of the Sea 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 Mary, Star of the Sea School compares to 66 public schools serving similar grades in Honolulu, HI

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
This School
vs
14:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
246
This School
vs
428
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.2
This School
vs
7.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 45.9% vs 0%
White 13.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 7.3% vs 0%
Mary, Star of the Sea School Honolulu Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Mary, Star of the Sea School (this school) 7.2
Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School 9.1
Kahala Elementary School 7.8
Waialae Elementary - PCS 7.0
Kaimuki Middle School 8.3
Aina Haina Elementary School 8.0
Palolo Elementary School 3.7
William P Jarrett Middle School 6.6
King Liholiho Elementary School 8.1
Aliiolani Elementary School 8.3
Anuenue School 8.3
Hawaii School for the Deaf and Blind 7.3
Hokulani Elementary School 9.0
Waikiki Elementary School 8.8
President Thomas Jefferson Elementary School 7.3
Prince Jonah Kuhio Elementary School 5.2
Niu Valley Middle School 7.4
Noelani Elementary School 8.9
University Laboratory School 8.6
Voyager - A Public Charter School 6.8
Ala Wai Elementary School 3.8

Showing 20 of 66 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 6.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,232
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 70%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 246
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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 45.9%
Two or More 24.4%
White 13.4%
Pacific Islander 8.9%
Hispanic 7.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4469 MALIA ST, Honolulu, HI 96821

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mary, Star of the Sea School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hokulani Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Aliiolani Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Honolulu, see our Honolulu schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
MARY, STAR OF THE SEA EARLY LEARNING CENTER Honolulu 0.0 mi
Mayor John H Wilson Elementary School Honolulu 0.3 mi 9.1
Kahala Elementary School Honolulu 0.5 mi 7.8
Kalani High School Honolulu 0.5 mi 8.3
Waialae Elementary - PCS Honolulu 0.7 mi 7.0
KAIMUKI CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Honolulu 1.1 mi 6.4
Kaimuki Middle School Honolulu 1.2 mi 8.3
Palolo Elementary School Honolulu 1.6 mi 3.7
Aina Haina Elementary School Honolulu 1.5 mi 8.0
NA LIKO LLC Honolulu 1.6 mi 2.9
William P Jarrett Middle School Honolulu 1.6 mi 6.6
Aliiolani Elementary School Honolulu 1.6 mi 8.3
ST PATRICK SCHOOL Honolulu 1.6 mi 6.5
King Liholiho Elementary School Honolulu 1.6 mi 8.1
Anuenue School Honolulu 1.8 mi 8.3
HOLY NATIVITY SCHOOL Honolulu 1.9 mi 7.0
ST LOUIS SCHOOL Honolulu 1.9 mi 4.8
CHAMINADE UNIVERSITY MONTESSORI LAB SCHOOL-L ROBER Honolulu 2.0 mi
Hawaii School for the Deaf and Blind Honolulu 2.2 mi 7.3
Hokulani Elementary School Honolulu 2.2 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 96821 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$174,152

Median Home Value

$1,457,700

Median Rent

$2,946/mo

Population

19,831

College Educated

62.9%

Homeownership

85.7%

Avg Commute

28.6 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

50.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mary, Star of the Sea School

What grades does Mary, Star of the Sea School serve?

Mary, Star of the Sea School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Mary, Star of the Sea School?

Mary, Star of the Sea School has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary, Star of the Sea School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mary, Star of the Sea School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mary, Star of the Sea School rank in HI?

Mary, Star of the Sea School ranks #22 of 86 private schools in HI.

What is Mary, Star of the Sea School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mary, Star of the Sea School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Mary, Star of the Sea School a private school?

Yes, Mary, Star of the Sea 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 Mary, Star of the Sea School a religious school?

Mary, Star of the Sea School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
51 Good Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
246
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Honolulu County

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