Independent special education school in Honolulu, HI serving grades K-12 for dyslexia and learning differences with rolling admissions
Assets School is an independent, nonsectarian special education school in Honolulu, HI, founded in 1955 and serving grades K-12. It specifically supports students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, ADD/ADHD, and other learning differences, offering a co-ed environment where 54% of students are students of color. With a total enrollment of 332 students and an average class size of 16, the school aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and capabilities to live meaningful lives and advance in their chosen careers.
The campus features 58 classroom teachers, with 22% holding advanced degrees, providing a highly qualified staff dedicated to specialized instruction. Beyond academics, Assets School offers robust extracurricular opportunities including high school robotics, drama, and a wide range of sports such as swimming, soccer, and e-sports. The school maintains a rolling admissions deadline with a 66% acceptance rate and offers summer programs starting at $1,500.
Tuition for grades K-8 is $29,725, rising to $31,080 for grades 9-12. The school is nonsectarian and accepts students on a rolling basis. Families interested in learning difference programs, specific curriculum approaches, or financial aid (with an average grant of $9,840) are encouraged to contact the admissions team directly at (808) 423-1356 or visit assets-school.org.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
GradesKindergarten-12
Students332
Class Size16:1 ratio
Tuition$29,725
Fin. Aid33% receive aid
Est.1955
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS)
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1955 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $29,725 |
| Tuition Notes | 29725 for gr K-8, 31080 for gr 9-12 |
| Total Students | 332 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 58 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 22 |
| Average Class Size | 16 |
| Grades Offered | Kindergarten-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Sandi Tadaki |
| Admissions Associate | Cindy Herndon |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 66 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 33 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $9,840 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 54 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexiadysgraphiadyscalculia
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Bowling · Cheering · Cross Country · E-sports · Football · Golf · Kayaking · Sailing · Soccer · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball · Water Polo · Wrestling · Show More (1) · Hide |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · High School Robotics · Arts and Music Programs: · High School Drama |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) · Hawaii Association of Independent Schools (HAIS) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.assets-school.org/calendar |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer Program Cost | $1,500 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
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