STIVERS SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS

Stivers School For The Arts is a Title I public high school that is part of the Dayton City school district, located in Dayton, OH with about 883 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 52 teachers, Stivers School For The Arts has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Stivers School For The Arts, located in the historic St. Anne’s Hill neighborhood of Dayton, Ohio, is a prestigious public magnet school that serves students in grades 7 through 12. As an arts-integrated institution, it offers a rigorous academic curriculum alongside intensive training in various creative disciplines, including dance, music (vocal and instrumental), visual arts, theater, and creative writing. The school is renowned for its conservatory-style approach, requiring students to audition for entry and maintain high standards of performance and professionalism throughout their tenure.

Beyond its academic and artistic rigor, Stivers serves as a cornerstone of the Dayton arts community. The school’s historic building—which has roots dating back to the early 20th century—fosters a unique, tight-knit culture where students are encouraged to pursue both scholarly excellence and personal creative growth. By blending traditional college-preparatory coursework with professional-level arts instruction, Stivers consistently ranks among the top schools in the region, preparing its graduates for success in prestigious universities and conservatories across the country.

For more information, contact Stivers School For The Arts at (937) 542-7380 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.