Hawaii Public Schools
Hawaii's unitary statewide school system is unique among the states.
Serving 177,871 (9/08) kindergarten through 12th grade students in 255
regular schools, two special schools, and 31 charter schools, it is
approximately the 10th largest school system in the nation. The Hawaii
State Board of Education formulates policy for the public schools and
hires the superintendent of schools to oversee the State Department of
Education. To search the Oahu Public School Directory (click here). Or visit www.doe.k12.hi.us for additional information.
Hawaii Private Schools
Founded in 1969, the Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS)
is an organization of member schools that advocates on behalf of
independent education in Hawaii. Hawaii educates more students in
independent institutions of secondary education than any other state in
the United States. Independent and charter schools can select their
students, while the regular public schools must take all students in
their district. To search schools by location (click here). Or visit www.hais.org for additional information.