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Diversity
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Teachers
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College Prep
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Sports
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About
About 'Iolani School...
- AP Offered
- Boarding School
- Christian
- Elementary School
- High School
- Middle School
- NAIS Member
- Private
- TABS Member
- Hawaii
Applying
Application Deadline
Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
January 15
Application Fee
$125
Interview Required
Interview requirements for admission to the school. Please contact the school for more details.
Yes
Required/Recommended Tests
Tests that are either required or recommended for admission to the school. Please contact the school for more details.
SSAT, TOEFL
Tuition
Yearly Tuition
$29,375
Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
Boarding (Tuition + Boarding)
$66,125
Received Financial Aid
21%
Average Financial Aid
$33,700
From 'Iolani School
‘Iolani School is a culturally diverse, co-educational, world-renowned college-preparatory school founded upon Christian values. Academic excellence and personal growth flourish in an atmosphere that values collaboration, humility, and respect for all community members. Through dynamic & personalized instruction, ‘Iolani develops liberally educated, well-rounded individuals who are prepared for college and ready to pursue their dreams and make a positive impact on the world.
Founded in 1863, ‘Iolani has about 2,200 students in grades K-12. Recent campus additions include a residence hall housing up to 112 students from around the world; a K-1 community featuring biophilic design; a Science & Innovation Center (STEAM) for K-6; Sullivan Center for Innovation (7-12); performance studios for dance, music, and theater; & an esports gaming center. ‘Iolani also has a robust athletics program sponsoring 107 teams at all levels. 73% of upper school students are athletes.
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Academics
Average Graduation Rate
100%
Average SAT
Average SAT composite score out of 1600, as reported by Niche users from this school.
1380
698
responses
Average ACT
Average ACT composite score out of 36, as reported by Niche users from this school.
31
191
responses
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Popular Colleges
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More About 'Iolani School Academics
Bringing Genome Science to High School Classrooms
'Iolani School was selected as 1 of only 5 schools in the country to receive the prestigious Edward E. Ford Educational Leadership Grant. 'Iolani is using these funds to develop the first program to bring genome science to Hawaii high school classrooms. 'Iolani develops and shares citizen science experiments around genomics and is facilitating a larger discussion on the issues of bioethics.
Culture & Safety
Poll
91%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.79 responses
Poll
90%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.79 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on
363 responses
Cheerfest
17%
Graduation
13%
Spirit Week
13%
Winterball
10%
Homecoming
9%
Burning of the I
9%
The Variety Show
8%
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Boarding
Students Boarding
The percentage of students who board at the school.
10%
Boarding Days Per Week
The number of days per week boarding is offered.
7-day
Top Countries
The most represented countries at the school, excluding the United States.
China, South Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Province of China
International Boarding Students
The percentage of boarding students who are from outside the United States.
70%
Students
Diversity
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Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
2,268
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of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.85 responses
76%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.85 responses
82%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.85 responses
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Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
Student-Teacher Ratio may not be indicative of class size. It is calculated using the reported number of students and full-time equivalent teachers.
10:1
National
17:1
Poll
87%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.98 responses
Poll
90%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.98 responses
Poll
92%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.98 responses
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Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
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Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
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Boys Athletic Participation
Average
93%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.106 responses
80%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.106 responses
87%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.106 responses
'Iolani School Reviews
Rating 4.6 out of 5 597 reviews
Rating 5 out of 5
Aloha! The school seems to have a truly special atmosphere, where the staff's dedication goes beyond just their responsibilities—they genuinely care about the students' well-being and growth. Dorm parents and staff acting as a second family provide a nurturing environment, helping students like my daughter become independent, happy, and disciplined even when far from home. The friendships my daughter has formed and her fondness for the school's dog indy add to the warmth and homeliness of the place. The school's ability to create such a supportive and familial environment is truly commendable, and it's clear that this has made a significant positive impact on my daughter and many other students. It must be incredibly reassuring to know that my daughter is in such a caring and supportive environment, making her transition to a new place much smoother and more enjoyable.
- Parent
- 2 months ago
Rating 5 out of 5
I was at 'Iolani from Kindergarten to Senior year, and recently graduated this past June. Having attended 'Iolani for 13 years is truly a blessing. To be quite simple, 'Iolani is not the easiest school. The academic workload is definitely rigorous, and overwhelming at times, but without pressure no diamonds can be made. The rigor of 'Iolani has trained me (and countless others) in self-discipline, shaped a strong work ethic for myself, and has given me a community of support ranging from teachers to classmates that push me to excellence. This is true beyond the classroom as well, especially on the 'Iolani Surf Team. Students from all different grades, skill levels, and life paths come together and bond over their shared passion for surfing as they compete. From the coaches to the surfers themselves, there is a strong sense of community and everyone pushes each other to keep getting better. Plus, it's fun to surf with buddies!
- Alum
- 2 months ago
Rating 5 out of 5
On my first day at ‘Iolani, I was nervous because I’d heard of its challenging curriculum and the high achievements of its students. I thought that would make it a competitive environment, but everyone (students and faculty) turned out to be very supportive, and I found friends quickly. My one suggestion: on Club Day, sign up for any club that piques your interest. Don’t be shy — I joined seven clubs my first year. While some didn’t pan out, in the others, I met some of my favorite people. Go One Team!
- Senior
- 2 months ago
