Ainsworth SchoolAbout Us
Ainsworth is the longest continuously running elementary school in Portland.
It was named after Captain John C. Ainsworth, who came to the northwest as an experienced Mississippi River steamboat crew member. He worked briefly for Lot Whitcomb on the Willamette River, but soon owned several steam boats on the Columbia River. At the time, navigation on the Columbia River was provided by a number of steamboat companies as well as individually-owned boats. In late 1860, Captain Ainsworth incorporated the Oregon Steam Navigation company. This company rapidly became the most powerful transportation monopoly ever in the Pacific Northwest by controlling a number of steamship routes.
Ainsworth Mission Statement:
Ainsworth supports all students in achieving their very highest educational and personal potenial, to inspire in them an enduring love for learning, and to prepare them to contribute as citizens of a diverse, multicultural and international community.
School Song
We love your vine-covered walls,
We love your spacious halls,
The days we spend at Ainsworth
will always be the best of all.
Our hearts are loyal and true
We'll always be loyal to you,
We love our flag and the land of our birth
and you, Ainsworth.
