Gilbert A. Dater High School

911 Students

High School 5th - 12th

School Overview

Gilbert A. Dater High School, located in the Westwood neighborhood of Cincinnati, is a public secondary school serving students in grades 7–12 as part of the Cincinnati Public Schools district. The school is known for its college-preparatory focus and emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum designed to prepare students for success in higher education and future careers. Dater High School offers a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career-technical programs, and extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, arts programs, and student organizations, fostering a well-rounded educational environment.

The school is particularly recognized for its commitment to creating a supportive culture that prioritizes student engagement and academic growth. By maintaining a structured environment and leveraging partnerships within the Cincinnati community, Dater aims to equip its diverse student body with the critical thinking skills and character development necessary for long-term achievement. Its location on Ferguson Road makes it a central hub for educational opportunities in the West Price Hill/Westwood area, serving as a key institution for local families seeking comprehensive public education.

911

Total Students

61.9

Full-Time Teachers

14.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Gilbert A. Dater High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	101
Hispanic	281
Black	477
Asian	6
Two or More	46

Black
477 (52.4%)
Hispanic
281 (30.8%)
White
101 (11.1%)
Two or More
46 (5.0%)
Asian
6 (0.7%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Cincinnati Public Schools
Phone:	(513)363-7200
Grade Range:	5th - 12th
Total Students:	911
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	61.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 5 1

Grade 7 132

Grade 8 136

Grade 9 201

Grade 10 179

Grade 11 109

Grade 12 153