If you're considering buying at Kuilei Place in Mo'ili'ili, one of the biggest advantages of this urban Honolulu location is access to excellent schools at every level. As agents who help families find homes across O'ahu, Austin and I put together this complete guide to schools near Kuilei Place in 2026.

Zoned Public Schools

Kuilei Place is located at 2599 Kapi'olani Boulevard in the 96826 zip code. The zoned public schools for this area fall within the Kaimukī-McKinley-Roosevelt Complex.

Lunalilo Elementary School

  • Address: 810 Pumehana Street, Honolulu, HI 96826
  • Grades: K–5
  • Distance: Less than half a mile from Kuilei Place
  • Overview: King William Lunalilo Elementary is the closest zoned elementary school and a walkable option for families at Kuilei Place. The school serves the Mo'ili'ili and Kapi'olani corridor area.

Ala Wai Elementary School

  • Address: 503 Kamoku Street, Honolulu, HI 96826
  • Grades: K–5
  • Distance: Approximately 0.5 miles
  • Overview: Another nearby elementary option serving the McCully-Mo'ili'ili area, Ala Wai Elementary is known for its community involvement and diverse student body.

Washington Middle School

  • Address: 1633 South King Street, Honolulu, HI 96826
  • Grades: 6–8
  • Distance: Less than half a mile from Kuilei Place
  • Overview: President George Washington Middle School is one of Honolulu's well-known middle schools, within easy walking distance. The school offers a range of academic and extracurricular programs.

McKinley High School

  • Address: 1039 South King Street, Honolulu, HI 96814
  • Grades: 9–12
  • Distance: Approximately 1 mile
  • Overview: President William McKinley High School is one of the oldest high schools in Hawai'i, with a proud history and diverse programs including JROTC, performing arts, and career technical education.

Roosevelt High School

  • Address: 1120 Nehoa Street, Honolulu, HI 96822
  • Grades: 9–12
  • Distance: Approximately 1.5 miles
  • Overview: Another high school option in the complex area, Roosevelt offers strong academics and is known for its IB (International Baccalaureate) program.

Nearby Private Schools

One of the benefits of Mo'ili'ili's central Honolulu location is proximity to many of the island's top private schools:

  • 'Iolani School: Prestigious K–12 college preparatory school on Kamoku Street — walkable from Kuilei Place
  • Punahou School: One of Hawai'i's most well-known private schools (K–12), located about a mile away in Manoa
  • St. Louis School: Catholic all-boys school nearby on Waialae Avenue
  • Hongwanji Mission School: Private Pre-K through 8th grade school with strong community ties
  • Chaminade University: A private university within walking distance for continuing education

University of Hawai'i at Mānoa

Kuilei Place is less than a mile from the University of Hawai'i at Mānoa, the flagship campus of the UH system. This proximity makes Kuilei Place an attractive option for university faculty, staff, and students looking for nearby housing. The campus offers world-class research programs, cultural events, and community resources that benefit the entire neighborhood.

Our Take

Kuilei Place's central Mo'ili'ili location gives families access to a strong mix of public and private school options within walking distance or a short drive. The proximity to UH Mānoa, 'Iolani, and Punahou makes this area one of the most education-rich neighborhoods on O'ahu. Whether you have keiki in elementary school or college students in the household, this location delivers convenience that's hard to match.

Interested in learning more about living at Kuilei Place? Reach out to us anytime — we'd love to help you find the right home for your family.