PUKALANI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Pukalani Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Hawaii Department of Education school district, located in Pukalani, HI with about 416 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 29 teachers, Pukalani Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Pukalani Elementary School, located in the upcountry region of Maui, Hawaii, serves a diverse community of students from kindergarten through fifth grade. Situated on the slopes of Haleakala, the school is deeply integrated into the local Pukalani area, often acting as a hub for families living in the surrounding residential neighborhoods. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment that balances academic rigor with the unique cultural values and traditions of Hawaii, striving to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Pukalani Elementary is known for its focus on character development and community engagement. The school typically leverages its island setting to incorporate place-based learning, encouraging students to develop a connection to the environment and their local heritage. With a dedicated faculty and staff, the school works to foster a collaborative atmosphere where parental involvement and extracurricular participation are encouraged, helping to create a well-rounded educational experience for its young learners.

For more information, contact Pukalani Elementary School at (808) 573-8760 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.