Serving 561 students in grades 6-8, Litchfield 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 18% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 81% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Litchfield Community Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Litchfield Community Learning Center's student population of 561 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Litchfield 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 Litchfield Community Learning Center is 0.55, 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
#2755 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
64%
17%
White
19%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Litchfield Community Learning Center's ranking?
Litchfield Community Learning Center is ranked #2755 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Litchfield Community Learning Center?
561 students attend Litchfield Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Litchfield Community Learning Center students are Black, 19% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Litchfield Community Learning Center?
Litchfield Community Learning Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Litchfield Community Learning Center offer ?
Litchfield Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Litchfield Community Learning Center part of?
Litchfield Community Learning Center is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Litchfield Community Learning Center located?
Litchfield Community Learning Center is located in the Northwest Akron neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Akron.
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