For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 239 students in 96761, HI (there are , serving 2,028 public students). 11% of all K-12 students in 96761, HI are educated in private schools (compared to the HI state average of 20%).
The top-ranked private school in 96761, HI is Maui Preparatory Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 50%, which is lower than the Hawaii private school average acceptance rate of 78%.
50% of private schools in 96761, HI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist).
Top-Ranked 96761 Hawaii 草榴社区 Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4910 Honoapiilani Hwy
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 665-9966
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 665-9966
Gr: PK-12 | 230 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mana'o'io Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
164 Fleming Rd
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 661-4017
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 661-4017
Gr: PK-12 | 9 students
96761, Hawaii 草榴社区 Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
239 Dickenson Street
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 661-4720
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 661-4720
Gr: PK-12 | 212 students Avg. class size: 16 students Acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 96761, HI?
The top-ranked private schools in 96761, HI is Maui Preparatory Academy.
How many private schools are located in 96761?
2 private schools are located in 96761.
What percentage of students in 96761 go to private school?
11% of all K-12 students in 96761 are educated in private schools (compared to the HI state average of 20%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 96761?
50% of private schools in 96761 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist).
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