For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private elementary schools serving 580 students in 96720, HI.
The top-ranked private elementary school in 96720, HI is Kamehamaha Schools - Hilo Camp.
The average acceptance rate is 25%, which is lower than the Hawaii private elementary school average acceptance rate of 78%.
100% of private elementary schools in 96720, HI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Church of Christ).
Top-Ranked 96720 Hawaii 草榴社区 Elementary Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Kamehamaha Schools - Hilo Camp
(Church of Christ)
162 Baker Avenue
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 982-6885
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 982-6885
Gr: K-8 | 340 students Acceptance rate listed
Haili Christian School
(Christian)
190 Ululani St
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-5026
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-5026
Gr: PK-9 | 190 students
Mauna Loa School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
172 Kapiolani St
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 935-1545
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 935-1545
Gr: K-8 | 50 students
96720, Hawaii 草榴社区 Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Joseph School (Closed 2010)
(Catholic)
999 / 1000 Ululani St
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 935-4936
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 935-4936
Gr: PK-12 | 312 students Avg. class size: 13 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private elementary schools in 96720, HI?
The top-ranked private elementary schools in 96720, HI is Kamehamaha Schools - Hilo Camp.
How many private elementary schools are located in 96720?
3 private elementary schools are located in 96720.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in 96720?
100% of private elementary schools in 96720 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Church of Christ).
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