Serving 628 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harris/jackson 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 26% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority 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: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harris/jackson Community Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Harris/jackson Community Learning Center's student population of 628 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harris/jackson 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 Harris/jackson Community Learning Center is 0.65, 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
#2480 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
55%
3%
Hispanic
9%
7%
Black
18%
17%
White
12%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
21%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harris/jackson Community Learning Center's ranking?
Harris/jackson Community Learning Center is ranked #2480 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Harris/jackson Community Learning Center often compared to?
Harris/jackson Community Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Case Community Learning Center, Pfeiffer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Harris/jackson Community Learning Center?
628 students attend Harris/jackson Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Harris/jackson Community Learning Center students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harris/jackson Community Learning Center?
Harris/jackson Community Learning Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harris/jackson Community Learning Center offer ?
Harris/jackson Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Harris/jackson Community Learning Center part of?
Harris/jackson Community Learning Center is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Harris/jackson Community Learning Center located?
Harris/jackson 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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