THE SCHOOL OF ONE

The School of One is a Title I public high school that is part of the Cleveland Municipal school district, located in Cleveland, OH with about 287 students offering grade levels from 7th 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 9 teachers, The School of One has a student/teacher ratio of about 31:1. 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.

**The School of One** (often associated with the CMSD’s "School of One" initiative) is a specialized educational program located within the Cleveland Metropolitan School District. Unlike traditional schools that rely on a standard lecture-based model, this institution is built upon a personalized learning framework. The program leverages advanced technology and data-driven instruction to create a unique "learning path" for every student, allowing them to master concepts at their own pace rather than moving in lockstep with a classroom of peers.

The school is designed to bridge achievement gaps by providing targeted support that shifts based on a student’s daily performance. By integrating digital curriculum with consistent teacher-led instruction, The School of One focuses on creating a flexible environment where students are frequently assessed to ensure they have truly grasped a topic before advancing. This model aims to reduce the "one-size-fits-all" approach to education, fostering a more individualized experience that caters to the specific academic needs and speeds of each student in the Cleveland community.

For more information, contact The School of One at (216) 838-8850 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.