PLEASANT RIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL

Pleasant Ridge Montessori School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Cincinnati Public Schools school district, located in Cincinnati, OH with about 598 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 26 teachers, Pleasant Ridge Montessori School has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.

Pleasant Ridge Montessori School, located in the Pleasant Ridge neighborhood of Cincinnati, is a public magnet school serving students from preschool through sixth grade. As a dedicated Montessori environment, the school focuses on the philosophy of self-directed learning, hands-on discovery, and multi-age classrooms. By fostering an atmosphere of independence and community, the school encourages students to develop at their own pace, emphasizing both academic rigor and social-emotional growth.

The school is part of the Cincinnati Public Schools district and is well-regarded for its commitment to the "whole child" approach. Its curriculum integrates core academic subjects with enrichment opportunities, often utilizing the surrounding neighborhood as an extension of the classroom. With a focus on cultivating critical thinking, creativity, and a sense of responsibility, Pleasant Ridge Montessori serves as a primary hub for families in the area seeking an alternative, child-centered educational experience within the public school system.

For more information, contact Pleasant Ridge Montessori School at (513) 363-4400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.