Serving 386 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Palisades Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 77% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher 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).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- 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 386 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palisades Elementary School 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 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
#6 out of 292 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
24%
Hispanic
23%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
4%
11%
Hawaiian
21%
25%
Two or more races
30%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Palisades Elementary School's ranking?
Palisades Elementary School is ranked #6 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Palisades Elementary School?
386 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, 22% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hawaiian, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palisades Elementary School?
Palisades Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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