Serving 243 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Portage Path 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 10-14% (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 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portage Path Community Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Portage Path Community Learning Center's student population of 243 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Portage Path 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 Portage Path Community Learning Center is 0.45, 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
#2800 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
72%
17%
White
8%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
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)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portage Path Community Learning Center's ranking?
Portage Path Community Learning Center is ranked #2800 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Portage Path Community Learning Center often compared to?
Portage Path Community Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Onaway Elementary School, Fernway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% 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 Portage Path Community Learning Center?
243 students attend Portage Path Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Portage Path Community Learning Center students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Portage Path Community Learning Center?
Portage Path Community Learning Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Portage Path Community Learning Center offer ?
Portage Path Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Portage Path Community Learning Center part of?
Portage Path Community Learning Center is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Portage Path Community Learning Center located?
Portage Path Community Learning Center is located in the Highland Square neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Highland Square.
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