Myron B. Thompson Academy, commonly referred to as Thompson Academy or MBTA, is an e-learning institution operating as a "New Century Public Charter School" under the Hawaiʻi Department of Education.
Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs ranks in the top 5% 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 72% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 464 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in HI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs 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
Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs's student population of 464 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1999
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs ranks within the top 5% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs 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
#9 out of 292 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
24%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
3%
1%
White
37%
11%
Hawaiian
22%
25%
Two or more races
11%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sharks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs's ranking?
Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs is ranked #9 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs often compared to?
Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcsis often viewed alongside schools like Voyager - A Public Charter School, University Laboratory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs?
The graduation rate of Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs is 80%, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 86%.
How many students attend Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs?
464 students attend Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Hawaiian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs?
Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs offer ?
Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs part of?
Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
In what neighborhood is Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs located?
Myron B. Thompson Academy - New Century Pcs is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Honolulu, HI. There are 2 other public schools located in Downtown.
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