North Avondale Montessori School
568 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th
School Overview
North Avondale Montessori (NAM) is a distinguished public magnet school within the Cincinnati Public Schools district, serving students from preschool through sixth grade. Located in a historic neighborhood, the school is celebrated for its commitment to the Montessori philosophy, which emphasizes self-directed learning, multi-age classrooms, and a focus on the "whole child." By fostering an environment where students work at their own pace using specialized, hands-on materials, the school encourages independence, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning.
Beyond its academic curriculum, North Avondale Montessori is known for its diverse and inclusive community, which reflects the rich cultural makeup of the city. The school places a high value on social-emotional development, peaceful conflict resolution, and environmental stewardship, often incorporating the school’s beautiful grounds into the learning experience. As a community-centered institution, it maintains strong parent involvement and a collaborative atmosphere, making it a highly sought-after choice for families seeking an alternative, child-centered educational approach in a public school setting.
Beyond its academic curriculum, North Avondale Montessori is known for its diverse and inclusive community, which reflects the rich cultural makeup of the city. The school places a high value on social-emotional development, peaceful conflict resolution, and environmental stewardship, often incorporating the school’s beautiful grounds into the learning experience. As a community-centered institution, it maintains strong parent involvement and a collaborative atmosphere, making it a highly sought-after choice for families seeking an alternative, child-centered educational approach in a public school setting.
568
Total Students
30.5
Full-Time Teachers
18.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 97 |
| Hispanic | 11 |
| Black | 413 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 42 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Black413 (72.7%)
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White97 (17.1%)
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Two or More42 (7.4%)
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Hispanic11 (1.9%)
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Asian3 (0.5%)
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American Indian1 (0.2%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Cincinnati Public Schools |
| Phone: | (513)363-3900 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 6th |
| Total Students: | 568 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 30.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
51
Kindergarten
78
Grade 1
83
Grade 2
74
Grade 3
80
Grade 4
77
Grade 5
59
Grade 6
66
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 51 |
| Kindergarten | 78 |
| Grade 1 | 83 |
| Grade 2 | 74 |
| Grade 3 | 80 |
| Grade 4 | 77 |
| Grade 5 | 59 |
| Grade 6 | 66 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 281 | 49.5% |
| Male | 287 | 50.5% |
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