Serving 231 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Helen Arnold 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 231 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center's student population of 231 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
231 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Helen Arnold 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 Helen Arnold Community Learning Center is 0.29, 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
#2709 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
84%
17%
White
4%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
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 Helen Arnold Community Learning Center's ranking?
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center is ranked #2709 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Helen Arnold Community Learning Center often compared to?
Helen Arnold Community Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Barber Community Learning Center, Judith A Resnik Community Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Helen Arnold Community Learning Center?
231 students attend Helen Arnold Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Helen Arnold Community Learning Center students are Black, 8% 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 Helen Arnold Community Learning Center?
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Helen Arnold Community Learning Center offer ?
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Helen Arnold Community Learning Center part of?
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Helen Arnold Community Learning Center located?
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center is located in the Sherbondy Hill neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Sherbondy Hill.
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