Serving 409 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 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Pearl Ridge Elementary School serves the northwest part of Aiea, HI, covering an attendance area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.2 miles to its furthest point.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pearl Ridge Elementary School's student population of 409 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
409 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1972
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 0.73, 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
#16 out of 292 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
35%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
10%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
33%
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)16.9%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Blue
School Mascot
Porpoise
Source: 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 #16 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, Gustav H Webling Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% HI state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Pearl Ridge Elementary School?
409 students attend Pearl Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Pearl Ridge Elementary School students are Asian, 33% of students are Two or more races, 17% 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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