Cincinnati Public Schools
High Schools
There's an added excitement to reaching high-school age in Cincinnati Public Schools — students, with their parents/guardians, get to pick their high schools.
The All-Schools Guide is designed to help students and parents/guardians make the important decisions necessary to choose and apply for Cincinnati Public Schools' high schools. (High Schools begin on page 32)
Today’s students are our region’s future employees, entrepreneurs and community leaders. CPS ensures that students graduate with the knowledge needed to confidently pursue chosen career paths. Students select from high-school programs with special focuses that lead to careers and higher education.
CPS' high schools serve grades 9-12, and in some instances grades 7-12. This gives students an early start on mastering tougher academic standards and graduation requirements.
What do all CPS High Schools Have in Common?
- All prepare students for college. A diploma from CPS is recognized by all colleges and universities. In addition, all CPS high schools have now earned accreditation from the nationally recognized AdvancEd organization, which requires rigorous examination of each high school’s learning environment. (Exceptions: Virtual High School and Cincinnati Digital Academy; online schools require separate accreditation).
- All offer sports and extracurricular activities (except Virtual High School and Cincinnati Digital Academy).
- All are open to students with disabilities. If your child requires specialized placement, call CPS' Department of Student Services: (513) 363-0280
- Students in preschool through 12th grade who live outside the boundaries of the Cincinnati Public School District may apply for admission to CPS schools during the annual Open Enrollment Lottery.
There are many choices within Cincinnati Public Schools' high schools, which offer dozens of career-interest and college-preparatory programs.