Roots School in Haiku, HI, serves 75 students from pre鈥搆indergarten through grade 6 in a nonsectarian, town鈥揵ased setting.
Founded in 2006, the school offers co鈥揺d elementary education with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 15:1 supported by five full鈥搕ime teachers.
The school's enrollment includes 19.57% students of color, reflecting aspects of the local community diversity.
Annual tuition for Roots School is $11,176, aligning with private elementary education costs in the Haiku area.
Roots School is a member of the National Independent 草榴社区 Schools Association and operates within a small鈥搕own environment near other private schools in Maui.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,176
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
75 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 72%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,176
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Real Ongoing Opportunities to Soar (ROOTS)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Roots School cost?
Roots School's tuition is approximately $11,176 for private students.
What schools are Roots School often compared to?
Roots School is often viewed alongside schools like Carden Academy Of Maui by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Roots School?
The application deadline for Roots School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
Popular comparisons: Roots School vs. Carden Academy Of Maui
The nearest high school to Roots School is Maui Christian Academy (3.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Montessori School Of Maui (3.2 miles away)
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