Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pearl City Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearl City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pearl City Elementary School's student population of 430 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pearl City Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearl City Elementary School is 0.79, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.80. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#49 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
27%
26%
Hispanic
21%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
9%
11%
Hawaiian
19%
26%
Two or more races
23%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pearl City Elementary School's ranking?
Pearl City Elementary School is ranked #49 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Pearl City Elementary School?
430 students attend Pearl City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Pearl City Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are Two or more races, 21% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Hawaiian, 9% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pearl City Elementary School?
Pearl City Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pearl City Elementary School offer ?
Pearl City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Pearl City Elementary School part of?
Pearl City Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School (Events)
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
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