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Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School

278 Ainako Ave, Hilo, HI 96720, United States

+1 (808) 974-4855

7.3

Overall Rating

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Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School Overview

About This School

Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School is a public middle in Hilo, Hawaii, serving 422 students in grades PK-6. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 75% in ELA and 71% in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1 with 23 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $73,922. One counselor is available to support the student body. The student population is composed of 52% male and 48% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the school includes 36% students of two or more races, 23% Hispanic, 14% Asian, and 12% White.

422

Total Students

PK-6

18:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

23 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts75%

Mathematics71%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-6

County

Hawaii County

Students per Counselor

422:1

Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

75%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 47%State Avg: 50%

71%

Mathematics

City Avg: 34%State Avg: 38%

N/A

Science

Class Information

18:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 13.3:1

State Avg: 13.4:1

422

Students per Counselor

Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$73,922

City Avg: $73,922

State Avg: $73,922

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio18:1

Students per Counselor422:1

Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

51.9%

Male

48.1%

Female

Total Enrollment: 422 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White11.61%

Hispanic22.75%

Asian14.22%

Black0%

Two or More Races35.78%

Native American0%

Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School

Q: What is Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School?

A: Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School is a middle public located in Hilo.

Q: How many students attend Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School?

A: Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School has approximately 422 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School is 18:1.

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Detailed Information about Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School - Hilo, HI

Quick Facts about Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School
School Name	Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-6
Location	278 Ainako Ave, Hilo, HI 96720, Hilo, HI
County	Hawaii County
Phone	+1 (808) 974-4855
Total Students	422
Student-Teacher Ratio	18:1
Full-Time Teachers	23
Rating	7.3/10
ELA Proficiency	75%
Math Proficiency	71%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School

What is Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School?

Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School is a middle public located in Hilo.

How many students attend Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School?

Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School has approximately 422 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School is 18:1.

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