Serving 234 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 39%). 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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School serves the northwest part of Kaneohe, HI, encompassing an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School's student population of 234 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
234 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Parker PRIDE - Personal Responsibility In Developing Excellence...Everyday
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 0.74, 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
#114 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
37%
25%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
20%
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)48.3%
33.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Dark Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School's ranking?
Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School is ranked #114 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, Heeia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
234 students attend Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Reverend Benjamin Parker Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, and 4% 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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