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Independent Grades K–12

Punahou School Tuition 2026

Annual tuition: $23,000/year86% above national avg . Located in Honolulu, Hawaii.

$23,000
Annual Tuition
$1,917
Per Month
3,700
Enrolled Students
$382,417
K–12 Total Est.

How Punahou School Compares

Punahou School $23,000/yr
Hawaii Average $14,200/yr
National Average $12,350/yr

Punahou School tuition is 62% above Hawaii avg.

Tuition by Grade Level

Elementary (K–5)
Reported school tuition.
$23,000/yr

K–12 Total Cost Projection

At $23,000/year with 4% annual tuition increases, sending one child through K–12 at Punahou School would cost approximately:

$382,417

Estimate assumes 13 years (K–12) at 4% annual increase. Actual costs vary — contact the school for current rates. Use our calculator for your state's average →

School Information

Location
Honolulu, HI
Affiliation
Independent
Grades Offered
K–12
Enrollment
3,700 students
School Type
Independent
Data Source
NCES PSS 2021–22

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Punahou School tuition cost?

Punahou School charges $23,000/year in 2026 — 86% above the national average of $12,350/year national average. Located in Honolulu, Hawaii. Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey.

What is the total cost of attending Punahou School from K–12?

At the current tuition of $23,000/year with 4% annual increases, the projected K–12 total for Punahou School is approximately $382,417. This estimate assumes tuition increases at the historical 3–5% annual rate for private schools.

How does Punahou School tuition compare to other Hawaii private schools?

Punahou School's tuition of $23,000/year is $8,800 above the Hawaii private school average of $14,200/year. This places it among the higher-cost private schools in Hawaii.

Does Punahou School offer financial aid?

Most private schools, including independent private schools, offer need-based financial aid. Nationally, about 27% of private school students receive aid averaging 48% of tuition. Contact Punahou School's admissions office directly for current aid availability and application requirements.

Tuition data sourced from the NCES Private School Universe Survey 2021–22. Figures represent reported or estimated annual tuition. Actual costs may vary — contact the school directly for current tuition, fees, and financial aid information. Data last updated March 2026.