Very Good
#1257 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 37% in state
George Hays-jennie Porter School
Elementary School · Cincinnati Public Schools
1030 Cutter St, Cincinnati, OH 45203
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#1,257 of 3,441
In Cincinnati
#44 of 171
public schools
In district
#10 of 65
Cincinnati Public Schools
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About George Hays-jennie Porter School
George Hays-jennie Porter School is a public elementary school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Cincinnati Public Schools. George Hays-jennie Porter School serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. George Hays-jennie Porter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,257 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for George Hays-jennie Porter School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.7
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
76% of students at George Hays-jennie Porter School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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George Hays-jennie Porter School — Students at George Hays-jennie Porter School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How George Hays-jennie Porter School Compares
See how George Hays-jennie Porter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1030 Cutter St, Cincinnati, OH 45203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George Hays-jennie Porter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John G Carlisle Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Covington), which scores notably higher. Another option is PRINCE OF PEACE CATHOLIC MONTESSORI (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Covington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CORRYVILLE CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,798
Median Home Value
$296,100
Median Rent
$749/mo
Population
2,530
College Educated
39.9%
Homeownership
32.8%
Poverty Rate
46.8%
Median Age
34.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George Hays-jennie Porter School
What grades does George Hays-jennie Porter School serve?
George Hays-jennie Porter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend George Hays-jennie Porter School?
George Hays-jennie Porter School has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George Hays-jennie Porter School?
The student-teacher ratio at George Hays-jennie Porter School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does George Hays-jennie Porter School rank in OH?
George Hays-jennie Porter School ranks #1,257 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is George Hays-jennie Porter School's MySchoolScout rating?
George Hays-jennie Porter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at George Hays-jennie Porter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George Hays-jennie Porter School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is George Hays-jennie Porter School a charter school?
No, George Hays-jennie Porter School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George Hays-jennie Porter School a Title I school?
No, George Hays-jennie Porter School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 280
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hamilton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.7%
- Phone
- (513) 363-1000
Resources & Links
District
Cincinnati Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 34,860
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,415
- District Rank
- #10 of 65
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