SILVERTON PAIDEIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Silverton Paideia Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Cincinnati Public Schools school district, located in Cincinnati, OH with about 400 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 11 teachers, Silverton Paideia Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 36:1. 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.

Silverton Paideia Elementary School, located in the Silverton neighborhood of Cincinnati, is a public school within the Cincinnati Public Schools district that centers its educational philosophy on the "Paideia" model. This approach emphasizes Socratic seminars, intellectual coaching, and didactic instruction to foster critical thinking and active student engagement. By focusing on a rigorous, well-rounded curriculum, the school aims to develop students who are not only academically proficient but also capable of clear communication and complex problem-solving.

Beyond its academic structure, Silverton Paideia is known for being a community-focused institution that values inclusive education and the development of the "whole child." The school environment is designed to encourage collaboration between students, teachers, and parents, often utilizing hands-on projects and interdisciplinary studies to bring lessons to life. As a magnet-style program within the district, it attracts families who are looking for a curriculum that goes beyond traditional rote learning to emphasize deep inquiry and lifelong learning habits.

For more information, contact Silverton Paideia Elementary School at (513) 363-5400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.