Pomaikai Elementary School Overview &amp; Key FAQs (2026 List)

About Pomaikai Elementary School

Pomaikai Elementary School is a public school in Kahului, Hawaii, that serves families in central Maui. It has grades Pre-K through 5. The school has about 580 to 600 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of about 17:1. This means that the classrooms are a good size, and each student can get individual attention. Pomaikai Elementary School has a diverse student body, with strong representation from Asian, Hispanic/Latino, Pacific Islander, White, and multiracial groups. People know that the school has an arts-integrated learning environment, where creativity is used in everyday lessons to help students stay interested and think critically. Statewide data shows that about 60% of students are good at math and 61% are good at reading and writing, which is higher than the state averages for Hawaii. This evidence shows that the students are doing well in school and that the teachers are using the same methods all the time. The average amount spent on each student is around $15,000. The Kahului area has family-friendly neighborhoods and a lot of support for local schools.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 60%

Reading 61%

State average proficiency is 60% in Math and 61% in Reading.

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Full-time Teachers

16 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

585

Total Students

$73843

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 13.16%

Asian 22.91%

Hispanic 21.37%

Black 0.17%

Two+ Races 31.62%

Native Am. 0%

White

13.16%

Asian

22.91%

Hispanic

21.37%

Black

0.17%

Two+ Races

31.62%

Native Am.

0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 585

49.06%

287 Female

50.94%

298 Male

Student Population

585 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

565 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Pomaikai Elementary School Contact Information

Address

4650 S Kamehameha Ave, Kahului, HI, 96732

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Phone

(808) 876-7610

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Website

hawaiipublicschools.org

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:50 AM to 2:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:35 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Pomaikai Elementary School is getting ready for its annual Winterfest event. This is a fun night for everyone in the community, with student performances, crafts, and a book fair. Everyone is welcome to come and look at student art, as well as parents, students, and people who live in the area.

The school has also said that its Morning Run Club is back. This gives kids a chance to get some exercise and do something good for their health before class starts.

FAQ

Q1. Is there a focus on the arts at Pomaikai Elementary School?

Ans. Yes, the school uses arts-integrated learning, which combines creative activities with basic school subjects.

Q2. Is it okay for volunteers to be on campus?

Ans. The school usually lets parents and community members volunteer, as long as they follow the rules and get the necessary clearances from the Hawaii DOE.

Q3. Does the school offer services for young children or Pre-K?

Ans. Yes, Pomaikai Elementary has Pre-K programs as part of its early learning support.

Q4. What kinds of technology do students have access to?

Ans. Students can use digital platforms and classroom devices to help them learn and improve their skills.

Q5. Are there events at the school that families can go to?

Ans. Yes, the school has family nights, performances, and community events that get parents involved.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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