Serving 298 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ritzman Community Learning Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ritzman Community Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Ritzman Community Learning Center's student population of 298 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ritzman Community Learning Center ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ritzman Community Learning Center is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1464 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
21%
17%
White
63%
66%
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
85%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ritzman Community Learning Center's ranking?
Ritzman Community Learning Center is ranked #1464 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Ritzman Community Learning Center?
298 students attend Ritzman Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Ritzman Community Learning Center students are White, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ritzman Community Learning Center?
Ritzman Community Learning Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ritzman Community Learning Center offer ?
Ritzman Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ritzman Community Learning Center part of?
Ritzman Community Learning Center is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Ritzman Community Learning Center located?
Ritzman Community Learning Center is located in the Ellet neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 6 other public schools located in Ellet.
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