JAMES N. GAMBLE MONTESSORI HIGH SCHOOL

James N. Gamble Montessori High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Cincinnati Public Schools school district, located in Cincinnati, OH with about 503 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th 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 20 teachers, James N. Gamble Montessori High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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.

James N. Gamble Montessori High School, located in the Westwood neighborhood of Cincinnati, is a specialized public magnet school within the Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) district. It serves students in grades 7–12 and is unique for being one of the few public Montessori high schools in the United States. Following the Montessori philosophy, the school emphasizes student-led inquiry, individualized learning plans, and a curriculum that integrates academic rigor with practical life skills and community responsibility.

The school is structured to foster a collaborative environment where students take an active role in their education through "Long-Term Projects," internships, and seminar-style discussions. By focusing on critical thinking and personal development rather than traditional rote memorization, James N. Gamble aims to prepare students for both higher education and professional success. Its inclusion in the CPS system ensures that this specialized pedagogical approach remains accessible to a diverse student body, maintaining the Montessori mission of promoting global citizenship and lifelong learning.

For more information, contact James N. Gamble Montessori High School at (513) 363-1140 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.