Serving 211 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Blanche Pope Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Hawaii for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Hawaii state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in HI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), HI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blanche Pope Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Hawaii for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Blanche Pope Elementary School's student population of 211 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
211 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Blanche Pope Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 292 schools in Hawaii (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blanche Pope Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#229 out of 292 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
24%

Hispanic
17%
19%

Black
n/a
1%

White
n/a
11%

Hawaiian
76%
25%

Two or more races
7%
20%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
37%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Blanche Pope Elementary School's ranking?
Blanche Pope Elementary School is ranked #229 out of 292 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Hawaii.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% HI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% HI state average).
How many students attend Blanche Pope Elementary School?
211 students attend Blanche Pope Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Blanche Pope Elementary School students are Hawaiian, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blanche Pope Elementary School?
Blanche Pope Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Hawaii state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blanche Pope Elementary School offer ?
Blanche Pope Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Blanche Pope Elementary School part of?
Blanche Pope Elementary School is part of Hawaii Department Of Education School District.
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