GEORGE HAYS-JENNIE PORTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

George Hays-Jennie Porter Elementary, located in the West End neighborhood of Cincinnati, is a public school within the Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) district. The school is known for its commitment to serving a diverse urban student population, focusing on foundational academic growth and the social-emotional development of its students. It operates with an emphasis on creating a structured, supportive learning environment that encourages community engagement and prepares students for their transition into middle school.

The school is notable for its historic namesake—Jennie Porter, a prominent educator and community leader in Cincinnati—and its role as a neighborhood anchor. Like many schools in the district, George Hays-Jennie Porter utilizes the CPS curriculum, which integrates core subjects with enrichment opportunities and technology-focused learning. By fostering partnerships with local organizations and prioritizing family involvement, the school aims to provide a comprehensive educational experience that addresses both the academic needs and the holistic well-being of its students in the heart of the city.

1030 Cutter St
Cincinnati, OH 45203-1406
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GEORGE HAYS-JENNIE PORTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Cincinnati, OH with about 360 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Ohio

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
360
Teachers:
14.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 360 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending GEORGE HAYS-JENNIE PORTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 97% of the student body.

Black or African American
96.7%
White
1.7%
Two or more races
1.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Asian
0.3%

Female
51.9%
Male
48.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.