Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School serves 464 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School placed in the top 10% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- 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
School Overview
Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School's student population of 464 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School is ranked within the top 10% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
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)
60%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
26%
Hispanic
24%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
11%
11%
Hawaiian
14%
26%
Two or more races
36%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School?
464 students attend Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School students are Two or more races, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hawaiian, and 11% 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 20:1, 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
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
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Event
Date
SPRING BREAK (No School)
March 18, 2024 (Monday)
LAST DAY FOR STUDENTS
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
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