Old Trail School
Old Trail School is a Preschool through Grade Eight independent, coeducational day school nestled within the Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Founded in 1920, the School, in partnership with its families, is dedicated to nurturing children by developing a strong academic foundation, a respect for themselves and others, and a love of learning.
Old Trail School cherishes the creative spirit in each child and is committed to a stimulating liberal arts curriculum with high academic standards which prepares students to thrive in challenging secondary schools.
The student community is diverse, consisting of motivated, capable learners, who are guided by teachers, parents, and often by their peers.
The faculty are supportive role models and caring, engaging educators.
They are valued by our families for their creativity, their passion for teaching and learning and, most of all, for their joy in being a part of this vibrant community.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-9
- Students: 549 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Old Trail School places among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) State or regional independent school association |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-9 |
| Awards | Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2006 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 549 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 12% State avg.: 19% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 47 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 12:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
School Notes
- Old Trail School is a Preschool through Grade Eight independent, coeducational day school nestled within the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Founded in 1920, the School, in partnership with its families, is dedicated to nurturing children by developing a strong academic foundation, a respect for themselves and others, and a love of learning. Old Trail School cherishes the creative spirit in each child and is committed to a stimulating liberal arts curriculum with high academic standards which prepares students to thrive in challenging secondary schools. The student community is diverse, consisting of motivated, capable learners, who are guided by teachers, parents, and often by their peers. The faculty are supportive role models and caring, engaging educators. They are valued by our families for their creativity, their passion for teaching and learning and, most of all, for their joy in being a part of this vibrant community.
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