SILVER OAK HIGH PUBLIC MONTESSORI CHARTER

Silver Oak High Public Montessori Charter is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Hayward Unified school district, located in Hayward, CA with about 198 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 5 teachers, Silver Oak High Public Montessori Charter has a student/teacher ratio of about 39:1. 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.

Silver Oak High Public Montessori Charter, located in Hayward, California, is a unique tuition-free public charter school that integrates the Montessori philosophy into a high school setting. Serving grades 9–12, the school emphasizes a student-centered approach that fosters independence, critical thinking, and social responsibility. By combining rigorous academic standards with the personalized pace and self-directed learning typical of the Montessori method, Silver Oak aims to prepare students not only for college and career success but also for active, informed citizenship in their communities.

The school’s curriculum is designed to encourage students to take ownership of their education, often utilizing "work cycles" and interdisciplinary projects that connect classroom learning to the real world. Because it is a public charter, Silver Oak is open to all students, offering an alternative to traditional high school models by prioritizing individualized development and a supportive, collaborative school culture. Through its commitment to the Montessori model, the school provides a structured yet flexible environment where students are encouraged to pursue their intellectual interests while developing the self-discipline and character necessary for long-term growth.

For more information, contact Silver Oak High Public Montessori Charter at (510) 370-3334 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.