Imagine arriving in Honolulu from New York just four days before opening day. That was the reality for the first six Maryknoll Sisters. Maryknoll School started as a one-story wood-frame building. It contained four classrooms. The school was blessed and dedicated in 1927. It opened with 93 boys and 77 girls in the lower grades.
Maryknoll School is a private coeducational Catholic school. It serves children in kindergarten through twelfth grade. It is located on the island of Oʻahu. The Diocese of Honolulu administers it. The Maryknoll Society of brothers and priests and the Maryknoll Congregation founded it. The Maryknoll Congregation is also called the Maryknoll Sisters. Maryknoll School is the largest Catholic School in Hawaii. It is the fifth-largest private school in the state.
In 1931, the Maryknoll Sisters expanded the school. It had to accommodate older students. In 1935, Maryknoll School graduated its first class. As of the 2017-2018 school year, Maryknoll School had nearly 1100 students. Today, Maryknoll School has two campuses. They serve pre-kindergarten through grade 12. The High School community enrolls 570 young men and women.
Maryknoll School has developed six sister schools. It also has five affiliated school connections in China, Japan, and Vietnam. The school’s motto is Noblesse Oblige. This means to whom much is given much is expected. This reflects the school’s commitment to service. It encourages students to use their talents for positive change.
Maryknoll School stands on the pillars of Faith, Academics, and Community. These pillars form the foundation of its educational mission. Rooted in Catholic heritage, the school instills values like love and compassion. Academically, Maryknoll provides tools for students to excel and become critical thinkers. The community fosters a sense of belonging. Students give back through service projects.
Maryknoll School is located about one mile from Honolulu International Airport. This makes it accessible for families. It aims to prepare students for life’s journey. Maryknoll is not just an educational institution. It is a thriving community. It fosters excellence, embraces Catholic values, and inspires students’ futures. Maryknoll has upheld a tradition of academic excellence and compassionate service for 96 years. It shapes young minds into leaders. It prepares them to make a meaningful impact on the world.