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.
Cincinnati, OH 45203-1406
(513) 363-1000
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
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Cincinnati Public Schools
- 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
* 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.
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.