SUMMIT ACADEMY COMMUNITY SCHOOL - CINCINNATI

Summit Academy Community School - Cincinnati is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Summit Academy Community School - Cincinnati school district, located in Cincinnati, OH with about 142 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 7 teachers, Summit Academy Community School - Cincinnati has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Summit Academy Community School in Cincinnati is a specialized tuition-free public charter school that serves students in grades K–8. It is part of the broader Summit Academy network, which is uniquely designed to support students who learn differently, particularly those diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders or ADHD. The school utilizes a therapeutic, trauma-informed approach to education, combining rigorous academic standards with social-emotional learning to ensure that students with diverse neurological profiles can succeed in a traditional classroom setting.

The school is distinguished by its small class sizes and highly structured environment, which are intended to minimize distractions and provide students with the personalized attention they need to flourish. Beyond academics, Summit Academy places a heavy emphasis on community and character development, aiming to foster an inclusive culture where students feel safe and supported. By integrating specialized intervention strategies into the daily curriculum, the school strives to build students’ self-esteem and prepare them for long-term academic and social success.

For more information, contact Summit Academy Community School - Cincinnati at (513) 321-0561 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.