L. HOLLINGWORTH SCHOOL FOR TALENTED AND GIFTED

L. Hollingworth School for Talented and Gifted is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the L. Hollingworth School for Talented and Gifted school district, located in Toledo, OH with about 339 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 15 teachers, L. Hollingworth School for Talented and Gifted has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

L. Hollingworth School for Talented and Gifted is a specialized public charter school located in Toledo, Ohio, designed specifically to serve the unique educational needs of high-ability and gifted students. Named after psychologist Leta Stetter Hollingworth, a pioneer in the study of gifted children, the school employs a curriculum tailored to challenge students academically while fostering their intellectual, social, and emotional growth. The institution emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, and self-directed learning, aiming to provide an environment where gifted students can engage with rigorous content alongside peers who share similar developmental trajectories and interests.

Beyond its academic focus, the school places a strong emphasis on the "whole child," recognizing that gifted students often require social-emotional support to navigate their advanced intellectual capabilities. By maintaining smaller class sizes and utilizing personalized learning plans, the school strives to prevent the boredom or disengagement that can sometimes occur in traditional classroom settings. As a tuition-free public charter, it serves as a distinct educational option for families in the Toledo area seeking an environment that actively celebrates and nurtures exceptional student potential.

For more information, contact L. Hollingworth School for Talented and Gifted at (419) 705-3411 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.