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#58 of 86 private schools in HI

Pearl Harbor Christian Academy

School

94-1044 WAIPIO UKA ST, Waipahu, HI 96797

Private

Enrollment

165

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Hawaii private schools

#58 of 86

In Waipahu

#3 of 4

public schools

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Pearl Harbor Christian Academy

5.8/10

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

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8.5/10

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About Pearl Harbor Christian Academy

Pearl Harbor Christian Academy is a private school in Waipahu, HI. Pearl Harbor Christian Academy serves approximately 165 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Pearl Harbor Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #58 of 86 private schools in HI.

How it compares0.5 pts below HI schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • HI avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 165 students, Pearl Harbor Christian 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.

Pearl Harbor Christian 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 Pearl Harbor Christian Academy compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Waipahu, HI

Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
This School
vs
14.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
165
This School
vs
1,097
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.8
This School
vs
7.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 24.8% vs 0%
White 6.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.8% vs 0%
Black 1.2% vs 0%
Pearl Harbor Christian Academy Waipahu Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Pearl Harbor Christian Academy (this school) 5.8
Kanoelani Elementary School 8.5
Waikele Elementary School 8.6
August Ahrens Elementary School 8.2
Waipahu High School 7.4
Hawaii Technology Academy - PCS 6.2
Waipahu Elementary School 7.2
Kaleiopuu Elementary School 5.0
Waipahu Intermediate School 6.9
Honowai Elementary School 7.5

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)
C 3.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
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School Day Length 6.9 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,207.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 67%
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
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Enrollment 165
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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)

Native American 44.8%
Asian 24.8%
Two or More 18.2%
White 6.7%
Pacific Islander 2.4%
Hispanic 1.8%
Black 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

94-1044 WAIPIO UKA ST, Waipahu, HI 96797

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pearl Harbor Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. LANAKILA BAPTIST SCHOOLS (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hawaii Technology Academy - PCS (rated 6.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HANALANI SCHOOLS (rated 3.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Mililani), a more accessible option. For more schools in Waipahu, see our Waipahu schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Kanoelani Elementary School Waipahu 0.2 mi 8.5
Waikele Elementary School Waipahu 1.1 mi 8.6
LANAKILA BAPTIST SCHOOLS Waipahu 1.4 mi 9.1
August Ahrens Elementary School Waipahu 1.4 mi 8.2
Waipahu High School Waipahu 1.7 mi 7.4
Hawaii Technology Academy - PCS Waipahu 1.9 mi 6.2
Mililani Uka Elementary School Mililani 1.9 mi 7.5
Manana Elementary School Pearl City 1.8 mi 9.1
HANALANI SCHOOLS Mililani 2.0 mi 3.8
ST JOSEPH PARISH SCHOOL Waipahu 2.2 mi 7.6
Waipahu Elementary School Waipahu 2.2 mi 7.2
Pearl City Elementary School Pearl City 2.2 mi 9.0
Waipahu Intermediate School Waipahu 2.4 mi 6.9
Kaleiopuu Elementary School Waipahu 2.4 mi 5.0
Pearl City Highlands School Pearl City 2.3 mi 8.3
OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL SCHOOL Pearl City 2.3 mi 7.9
THE CHILDREN'S HOUSE Pearl City 2.4 mi 7.1
Lehua Elementary School Pearl City 2.5 mi 7.6
Highlands Intermediate School Pearl City 2.5 mi 6.6
Honowai Elementary School Waipahu 2.7 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 96797 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,036

Median Home Value

$798,600

Median Rent

$1,981/mo

Population

72,717

College Educated

24.6%

Homeownership

67.9%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

41.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pearl Harbor Christian Academy

What grades does Pearl Harbor Christian Academy serve?

Pearl Harbor Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Pearl Harbor Christian Academy?

Pearl Harbor Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 165 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pearl Harbor Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Pearl Harbor Christian Academy is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Pearl Harbor Christian Academy rank in HI?

Pearl Harbor Christian Academy ranks #58 of 86 private schools in HI.

What is Pearl Harbor Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Pearl Harbor Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Pearl Harbor Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Pearl Harbor Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Pearl Harbor Christian Academy a religious school?

Pearl Harbor Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
165
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.9 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Honolulu County

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