For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private elementary schools serving 5,194 students in the neighborhood of Manoa, Honolulu, HI.
The top-ranked private elementary schools in Manoa include Punahou School and Maryknoll Grade School.
The average acceptance rate is 25%, which is lower than the Hawaii private elementary school average acceptance rate of 78%.
33% of private elementary schools in Manoa are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top-Ranked Manoa 草榴社区 Elementary Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1526 Alexander St.
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 952-8400
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 952-8400
Gr: PK-12 | 1,389 students Tuition listed
1601 Punahou Street
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 944-5710
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 944-5710
Gr: K-12 | 3,724 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 24 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Manoa Japanese Language School
Special Program Emphasis
2804 E Manoa Rd
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 988-2602
Honolulu, HI 96822
(808) 988-2602
Gr: K-5 | 81 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private elementary schools in the neighborhood of Manoa, Honolulu, HI?
The top-ranked private elementary schools in the neighborhood of Manoa, Honolulu, HI include Punahou School and Maryknoll Grade School.
How many private elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of Manoa, Honolulu?
3 private elementary schools are located in the neighborhood of Manoa, Honolulu.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of Manoa, Honolulu?
33% of private elementary schools in the neighborhood of Manoa, Honolulu are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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