Serving 895 students in grades 6-12, Buchtel Community Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 895 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buchtel Community Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Buchtel Community Learning Center's student population of 895 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
895 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buchtel Community Learning Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buchtel Community Learning Center is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3174 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
87%
17%
White
4%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buchtel Community Learning Center's ranking?
Buchtel Community Learning Center is ranked #3174 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Buchtel Community Learning Center often compared to?
Buchtel Community Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Firestone Community Learning Center, Copley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buchtel Community Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Buchtel Community Learning Center is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Buchtel Community Learning Center?
895 students attend Buchtel Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Buchtel Community Learning Center students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buchtel Community Learning Center?
Buchtel Community Learning Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buchtel Community Learning Center offer ?
Buchtel Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Buchtel Community Learning Center part of?
Buchtel Community Learning Center is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Buchtel Community Learning Center located?
Buchtel Community Learning Center is located in the West Akron neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in West Akron.
School Reviews
5 10/17/2011
this seems to be a good school altogether. im a freshmen but i actually like buchtel. and ive had 3 other siblings who has gone to buchtel and they have liked it as well.
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