Very Good
#20 of 86 private schools in HI
Top 22% of private schools
St Catherine School
Elementary School
5021 KAWAIHAU RD, Kapaa, HI 96746
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Hawaii private schools
#20 of 86
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St Catherine School
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About St Catherine School
St Catherine School is a private elementary school in Kapaa, HI. St Catherine School serves approximately 101 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Catherine School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #20 of 86 private schools in HI.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- HI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 101 students, St Catherine 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 9.3:1 students to teachers, St Catherine School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Catherine 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 St Catherine School compares to the 3 public schools in Kapaa, HI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Kapaa
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Catherine School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Kapaa Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Kapaa High School | 6.0 |
| Kapaa Middle School | 2.8 |
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
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
5021 KAWAIHAU RD, Kapaa, HI 96746
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Catherine School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. King Kaumualii Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Lihue), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hanalei Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Hanalei), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Lihue), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kapaa, see our Kapaa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kapaa Elementary School Kapaa | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Kapaa High School Kapaa | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Kapaa Middle School Kapaa | 1.2 mi | 2.8 |
| KAHILI ADVENTIST SCHOOL Kapaa | 1.5 mi | — |
| Kanuikapono - PCS Anahola | 3.4 mi | 6.7 |
| King Kaumualii Elementary School Lihue | 6.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Elsie H Wilcox Elementary School Lihue | 8.6 mi | 8.1 |
| OLELO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lihue | 8.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Kauai High School Lihue | 9.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School Lihue | 9.7 mi | 6.5 |
| ISLAND SCHOOL Lihue | 9.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Kilauea Elementary School Kilauea | 9.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Kawaikini - NCPCS Lihue | 10.1 mi | 5.8 |
| KAUAI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kilauea | 10.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Alaka'i O Kaua'i Charter School Koloa | 13.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Hanalei Elementary School Hanalei | 14.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Koloa Elementary School Koloa | 16.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Kalaheo Elementary School Kalaheo | 17.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Eleele Elementary School Eleele | 21.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Niihau High & Elementary School Waimea | 24.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,681
Median Home Value
$830,500
Median Rent
$2,053/mo
Population
20,566
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
45.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Catherine School
What grades does St Catherine School serve?
St Catherine School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Catherine School?
St Catherine School has an enrollment of approximately 101 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Catherine School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Catherine School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Catherine School rank in HI?
St Catherine School ranks #20 of 86 private schools in HI.
What is St Catherine School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Catherine School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Catherine School a private school?
Yes, St Catherine 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 St Catherine School a religious school?
St Catherine School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 101
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Kauai County
- Phone
- (808) 822-4212
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