Serving 412 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 16:1 is higher than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Hawaii state average of 89% (majority Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- 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 412 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.76, 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
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
38%
25%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
1%
1%
White
7%
11%
Hawaiian
20%
26%
Two or more races
22%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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?
412 students attend Alvah A Scott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Alvah A Scott Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are Two or more races, 20% of students are Hawaiian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 1% 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 16:1, 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
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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Date
Spring Break (Events)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (Events)
March 18, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break (Events)
March 19, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break (Events)
March 20, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break (Events)
March 21, 2025 (Friday)
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