Serving 443 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pearl B. Larsen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virgin Islands for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is lower than the Virgin Islands state average of 89%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Virgin Islands state average of 75%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Virgin Islands state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virgin Islands state average of 99% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VI
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearl B. Larsen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virgin Islands for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pearl B. Larsen Elementary School's student population of 443 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pearl B. Larsen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 25 schools in Virgin Islands (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearl B. Larsen Elementary School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.36. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#22 out of 25 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)75-79%
89%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
75%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
33%
20%
Black
61%
78%
White
4%
1%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
99%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pearl B. Larsen Elementary School's ranking?
Pearl B. Larsen Elementary School is ranked #22 out of 25 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virgin Islands.
What schools are Pearl B. Larsen Elementary School often compared to?
Pearl B. Larsen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ricardo Richards Elementary Scchool, Lew Muckle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 89% VI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% VI state average).
How many students attend Pearl B. Larsen Elementary School?
443 students attend Pearl B. Larsen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Pearl B. Larsen Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pearl B. Larsen Elementary School?
Pearl B. Larsen Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Virgin Islands state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pearl B. Larsen Elementary School offer ?
Pearl B. Larsen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pearl B. Larsen Elementary School part of?
Pearl B. Larsen Elementary School is part of Saint Croix School District.
School Reviews
5 5/21/2015
Pearl B. set my education foundation. My teachers helped build a strong work ethic to allow me to accomplish my goals! I have very fond memories of Pearl B. Larsen.
5 6/1/2012
hi my name is amari lockhart and pbl is one of the best school in st.criox i love thise school so much it is the best.
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