Serving 425 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Alvah A Scott 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% (which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alvah A Scott Elementary School's student population of 425 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Alvah A Scott 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 Alvah A Scott 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
#134 out of 292 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
33%
24%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
2%
1%
White
5%
11%
Hawaiian
21%
25%
Two or more races
22%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alvah A Scott Elementary School's ranking?
Alvah A Scott Elementary School is ranked #134 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What schools are Alvah A Scott Elementary School often compared to?
Alvah A Scott Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gustav H Webling Elementary School, Pearl Ridge Elementary School, Aiea Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Alvah A Scott Elementary School?
425 students attend Alvah A Scott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Alvah A Scott Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are Two or more races, 21% of students are Hawaiian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alvah A Scott Elementary School?
Alvah A Scott Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alvah A Scott Elementary School offer ?
Alvah A Scott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alvah A Scott Elementary School part of?
Alvah A Scott Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
School Calendar
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Last Day for Students (Events)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day for Teachers (Events)
June 02, 2025 (Monday)
Teachers' First Day (Events)
July 29, 2025 (Tuesday)
Students' First Day (Events)
August 04, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break (Events)
October 06, 2025 (Monday)
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