Serving 193 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Phoenix 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 15-19% (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.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phoenix 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
Phoenix Community Learning Center's student population of 193 students has declined by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
193 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Phoenix 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 Phoenix Community Learning Center is 0.06, 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
#3138 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
97%
17%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoenix Community Learning Center's ranking?
Phoenix Community Learning Center is ranked #3138 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Phoenix Community Learning Center?
193 students attend Phoenix Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Phoenix Community Learning Center students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phoenix Community Learning Center?
Phoenix Community Learning Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Phoenix Community Learning Center offer ?
Phoenix Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Phoenix Community Learning Center part of?
Phoenix Community Learning Center is part of Phoenix Community Learning Center School District.
In what neighborhood is Phoenix Community Learning Center located?
Phoenix Community Learning Center is located in the Avondale neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Avondale.
School Reviews
1 3/26/2020
This school has not given me no more info since I was in 5th grade I'm basically teaching my self.
5 7/20/2015
I have a student that has attended pclc for three years .I am very satisfied with the school and it's staff.
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