Serving 441 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pearl Ridge 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 60% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearl Ridge 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
Pearl Ridge Elementary School's student population of 441 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pearl Ridge 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 Pearl Ridge Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#22 out of 292 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
26%
Hispanic
19%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
5%
11%
Hawaiian
10%
26%
Two or more races
35%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Pearl Ridge Elementary School is ranked #22 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Pearl Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Pearl Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waimalu Elementary School, Alvah A Scott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Pearl Ridge Elementary School?
441 students attend Pearl Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Pearl Ridge Elementary School students are Two or more races, 31% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Hawaiian, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pearl Ridge Elementary School?
Pearl Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pearl Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Pearl Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Pearl Ridge Elementary School part of?
Pearl Ridge Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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