Serving 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pearl Harbor Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pearl Harbor Elementary School serves the northwest part of Honolulu, HI, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families within the zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pearl Harbor Elementary School's student population of 413 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1956
School Rankings
Pearl Harbor Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearl Harbor Elementary School is 0.82, which is more 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
#103 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
23%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
11%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Shark
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pearl Harbor Elementary School's ranking?
Pearl Harbor Elementary School is ranked #103 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Pearl Harbor Elementary School often compared to?
Pearl Harbor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Makalapa Elementary School, Pearl Harbor Kai Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Pearl Harbor Elementary School?
413 students attend Pearl Harbor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
23% of Pearl Harbor Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hawaiian, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pearl Harbor Elementary School?
Pearl Harbor Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pearl Harbor Elementary School offer ?
Pearl Harbor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pearl Harbor Elementary School part of?
Pearl Harbor Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Pearl Harbor Elementary School located?
Pearl Harbor Elementary School is located in the Naval Station Pearl Harbor neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 3 other public schools located in Naval Station Pearl Harbor.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
School Reviews
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