North Avondale Montessori School

599 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.
599
Total Students
29.4
Full-Time Teachers
20.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for North Avondale Montessori School
Demographic Student Count
White111
Hispanic18
Black419
Asian4
Two or More44
American Indian3
  • Black
    419 (69.9 %)
  • White
    111 (18.5 %)
  • Two or More
    44 (7.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    18 (3.0 %)
  • Asian
    4 (0.7 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.5 %)
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: 599
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 29.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 20.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 60
Kindergarten 75
Grade 1 94
Grade 2 86
Grade 3 78
Grade 4 77
Grade 5 66
Grade 6 63

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for North Avondale Montessori School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten60
Kindergarten75
Grade 194
Grade 286
Grade 378
Grade 477
Grade 566
Grade 663
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for North Avondale Montessori School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female29649.4%
Male30350.6%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)