Serving 403 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Palisades Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palisades 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
Palisades Elementary School's student population of 403 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palisades Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palisades Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#36 out of 292 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
26%
Hispanic
23%
18%
Black
n/a
1%
White
3%
11%
Hawaiian
23%
26%
Two or more races
30%
18%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palisades Elementary School's ranking?
Palisades Elementary School is ranked #36 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Palisades Elementary School often compared to?
Palisades Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Momilani Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% HI state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% HI state average).
How many students attend Palisades Elementary School?
403 students attend Palisades Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Palisades Elementary School students are Two or more races, 23% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Hawaiian, 21% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palisades Elementary School?
Palisades Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Palisades Elementary School offer ?
Palisades Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Palisades Elementary School part of?
Palisades Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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