Serving 261 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School's student population of 261 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Reverend Benjamin Parker 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 Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#96 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
24%
Hispanic
27%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
5%
11%
Hawaiian
34%
25%
Two or more races
22%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School's ranking?
Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School is ranked #96 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School often compared to?
Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kaneohe Elementary School, Kapunahala Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School?
261 students attend Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School?
Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School offer ?
Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School part of?
Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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