Serving 549 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Findley 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 20% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Findley Community Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Findley Community Learning Center's student population of 549 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Findley 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 Findley Community Learning Center is 0.75, which is more 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
#2796 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
3%
Hispanic
26%
7%
Black
31%
17%
White
7%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Findley Community Learning Center's ranking?
Findley Community Learning Center is ranked #2796 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Findley Community Learning Center?
549 students attend Findley Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Findley Community Learning Center students are Black, 29% of students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Findley Community Learning Center?
Findley Community Learning Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Findley Community Learning Center offer ?
Findley Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Findley Community Learning Center part of?
Findley Community Learning Center is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Findley Community Learning Center located?
Findley Community Learning Center is located in the North Hill neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in North Hill.
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