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#39 of 86 private schools in HI
Top 44% of private schools
Pacific Buddhist Academy
High School
1754 LUSITANA ST, Honolulu, HI 96813
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Hawaii private schools
#39 of 86
In Honolulu
#12 of 28
public schools
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Pacific Buddhist Academy
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About Pacific Buddhist Academy
Pacific Buddhist Academy is a private high school in Honolulu, HI. Pacific Buddhist Academy serves approximately 76 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Pacific Buddhist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #39 of 86 private schools in HI.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- HI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 76 students, Pacific Buddhist Academy 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 5.5:1 students to teachers, Pacific Buddhist Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Pacific Buddhist 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
BetaHow Pacific Buddhist Academy compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Honolulu, HI
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pacific Buddhist Academy (this school) | 6.6 |
| Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century PCS | 6.9 |
| President Theodore Roosevelt High School | 8.0 |
| President William McKinley High School | 6.1 |
| Halau Ku Mana - A New Century PCS | 7.0 |
| Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School | 5.8 |
| University Laboratory School | 8.6 |
| Kaimuki High School | 6.2 |
| Moanalua High School | 8.1 |
| Hawaii School for the Deaf and Blind | 7.3 |
| Anuenue School | 8.3 |
| Kalani High School | 8.3 |
| Admiral Arthur W Radford High School | 7.2 |
| Henry J Kaiser High School | 7.2 |
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
1754 LUSITANA ST, Honolulu, HI 96813
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pacific Buddhist Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Pauoa Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.5 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, 0.7 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
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| HAWAIIAN MISSION ACADEMY Honolulu, HI | 6.8 |
| Hakipuu Academy Kaneohe, HI | 5.5 |
| LANAKILA BAPTIST JR & SR HIGH SCHOOL Ewa Beach, HI | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pacific Buddhist Academy
What grades does Pacific Buddhist Academy serve?
Pacific Buddhist Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Pacific Buddhist Academy?
Pacific Buddhist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 76 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pacific Buddhist Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Pacific Buddhist Academy is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Pacific Buddhist Academy rank in HI?
Pacific Buddhist Academy ranks #39 of 86 private schools in HI.
What is Pacific Buddhist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Pacific Buddhist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Pacific Buddhist Academy a private school?
Yes, Pacific Buddhist Academy 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 Pacific Buddhist Academy a religious school?
Pacific Buddhist Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 76
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Honolulu County
- Phone
- (808) 532-2649
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