Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School's student population of 465 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#19 out of 292 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
24%
Hispanic
23%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
12%
11%
Hawaiian
16%
25%
Two or more races
35%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School's ranking?
Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School is ranked #19 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School often compared to?
Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haaheo Elementary School, Hilo Union Elementary School, Kaumana Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School?
465 students attend Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School students are Two or more races, 23% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Hawaiian, 14% of students are Asian, and 12% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School?
Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School offer ?
Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School part of?
Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
View the Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School for Students (Gr. 1-6)
August 05, 2025 (Tuesday)
Fall Break (No School)
October 06, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (No School)
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
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