Mid-Pacific Institute

2445 Kaala Street

Honolulu, HI 96822

16 Reviews

School District
Grade

PK-12
Type

private

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on March 18, 2024

The teachers are mostly solid, except for a few, like any school. I am withdrawing my two students due to major concerns for violations of federal laws regarding the student privacy and student safety. I thought after the drowning of a student during school they would look out for the best of the students, but nothing changed. They have no policies in place to keep children safe. They told me in writing I can call the police myself if I have a concern about an individual.
Submitted by parent on February 15, 2024

My son is a student athlete at Mid Pacific and we've seen how the school and coaches work together with the students to create the best learning environment for them. I've also seen the same dynamic in the school of arts with the dance, theatre, hula, music, and art students working together with their other classes in order to pursue their strengths and passions. Mid Pacific's smaller class sizes really allow the teachers to get to know each student in order to help them succeed, whether that's moving them to an advanced class or taking the time to help them work through a learning difficulty. The staff there are very caring and highly qualified. It's been a great experience for us as a family over the past few years, we're planning to send all our kids there for middle-high school.
Submitted by parent on February 15, 2024

My child is creative and bright, and Mid-Pacific has nurtured and supported their learning journey. Participating in the certificate program at the School of the Arts has given them a sense of belonging and surrounded them with students who study at a pace and rigor that inspires them to work harder. If your child has a passion for the arts, this is the school for them. In a world drowning in technology, it's refreshing to find classes that step away from the screens and encourage a mind-body connection found in arts education. Outside of the arts, my student has excelled in STEM courses, including advanced math. All the teachers know my student and take a vested interest in their success. Additionally, the school culture is supportive and accepting. There are the typical cliques - arts kids, sports kids, robotics kids, etc - but everyone coexists in harmony and supports others with a shared sense of school pride.
Submitted by parent on August 06, 2023

Mid Pacific institute is an excellent school. I have 2 children who are currently enrolled at Mid Pacific. The key characteristics of Midpacific Institute that set it apart from other private schools are;1. Academic Excellence 2. Engaging and enriching curriculum 3. Emphasis on character education 4. Experienced and dedicated faculty.Midpacific Institute is an ideal school for parents who are seeking a high quality education in a supportive environment
Submitted by other on December 14, 2022

Midpacific has had a long standing issue about focusing it's efforts in making money. There are a plenty of deep systemic issues with the school that have gone unchecked. There are plenty of other schools private and public that are far superior than midpac and would not cost you an organ for your kids to attend.
Submitted by other on December 22, 2021

The homework there is either way too easy or too confusing on purpose. The teachers like to make their homework confusing on purpose so they can make their students fail on purpose. The school teaches their students that narcissism and racism are ok. No leadership in the school is active (well barely at least). The school doesn't even care about whether there is bullying or not, they just care if they get their money from blind sheep who pay almost 20k for their students to go to school. In other words, the school doesn't do anything about the amount of cases of bullying there has been. If your child has a disorder or a learning difference, do not send your kid there. He/she will most likely bullied by Mid Pacific students that weren't taught good behavior sadly.
Submitted by other on December 22, 2021

Everyone there is mean or doesn't know how to behave appropriately. The teachers don't even care for their students. They don't teach them respect or why bullying is bad. The kids there are just foolish and mean. The Dean doesn't support kids with disorders, but just neglects or laughs at them instead.
Submitted by student on May 18, 2020

Everyone is kind and we are a team. We go through hardships of academic challenges together and by the time we graduate, we are fully prepared for the higher education.
Submitted by parent on February 10, 2020

We have nothing but love for this school and we highly recommend this school. Of course, as a parent you have to recognize whether the curriculum, their beliefs and their teaching style will help your child and your family reach what goals you have in mind for him and basically that the school fits your child. We feel like part of a family here at Mid Pacific and love seeing all of the families as we grow with them for the next 10 years. We love the open lines of communication and the comfortable and relaxed feel when we go on campus. We are excited to see our child grow over the years because of what we have already seen in the years he has been there.
Submitted by parent on December 01, 2017

Very positive, family oriented and the best environment to study in. Parents must make an equal investment in the school as well as the students. As parents, if you take the time to interact with the teachers, faculty and volunteer your time, the experience that your child gains, is that much more. We love Mid Pacific and so does our children.
Submitted by parent on March 24, 2015

I will be back to write a very detailed review...of course this is my opinion.
Submitted by parent on August 08, 2014

I think that mid pacific is a very great school for all ages. It has great education and very nice principals and deans. I recommend this school for many other students because it makes you cooperate with other people and work as a team.
Submitted by parent on January 24, 2014

I would fire the middle school dean...she isn`t doing her job. There is no accountability. There are teachers that don't teach and hold the students accountable for the work. It's like going to a very expensive public school. It's sad when your child tells you she had better teachers in public school than at Mid Pack.
Submitted by parent on October 07, 2013

This is school is under rated in comparison to the one down the street. Our daughter attended this magnificent school for two years before moving to mainland the teaching is unparalleled. The caring teachers and the philosophy of the whole child approach through discovery learning is superb. This school is warm, friendly and helpful - no uppity parents here!! Tuition is up there with the rest of them...we chose MID PACIFIC over another prestigious school because of the atmosphere on campus. You have to decide what feels right and MPI was for our family! The Principal - Mrs. Hussey greets the kids in the mornings as they get dropped off in the circle. Go OWL!!
Submitted by parent on October 12, 2012

Great school! Wonderful teachers & staff with great parent involvement. My daughter loves it here. The students are introduced to technology, arts, character education and other outstanding opportunities. When I drop her off each morning, I feel assured that she will be looked after, taken care of by everyone and educated with patience, love and to the utmost of her abilities.
Submitted by parent on January 08, 2012

My son is 7th grade. If your son does not understand English, MPI is not good for your son.