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#993 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 29% in state

Betty Jane Community Learning Center

Elementary School · Akron City

444 Darrow Rd, Akron, OH 44305

Enrollment

337

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#993 of 3,441

In Akron

#10 of 71

public schools

In district

#5 of 45

Akron City

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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7.5/10

Elementary School in Akron · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Betty Jane Community Learning Center

Betty Jane Community Learning Center is a public elementary school in Akron, OH, part of Akron City. Betty Jane Community Learning Center serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Betty Jane Community Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #993 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Betty Jane Community Learning Center show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.1
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Betty Jane Community Learning Center were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,553
Chronic Absenteeism33.5%

Betty Jane Community Learning Center — Students at Betty Jane Community Learning Center score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
70%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
51.6%
ELA
48.1%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.

How Betty Jane Community Learning Center Compares

See how Betty Jane Community Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
71th percentile in OH
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

444 Darrow Rd, Akron, OH 44305

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Betty Jane Community Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ritzman Community Learning Center (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Tallmadge Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Tallmadge), with a very similar rating. Additionally, FAC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Tallmadge), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Akron, see our Akron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Windemere Community Learning Center Akron 1.0 mi 6.3
FAC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tallmadge 1.3 mi 7.0
Summit Academy Akron Middle School Akron 1.4 mi 4.7
Ellet Community Learning Center Akron 1.6 mi 4.8
Hyre Community Learning Center Akron 1.8 mi 4.5
Seiberling Community Learning Center Akron 1.3 mi 4.6
Summit Academy Akron Elementary School Akron 1.9 mi 6.8
East Community Learning Center Akron 1.6 mi 3.8
Tallmadge Elementary School Tallmadge 1.7 mi 7.3
Tallmadge Middle School Tallmadge 1.8 mi 7.2
Ritzman Community Learning Center Akron 2.0 mi 7.9
Hatton Community Learning Center Akron 2.0 mi 6.6
Barber Community Learning Center Akron 1.7 mi 6.0
Cascade Career Prep High School Akron 2.2 mi 5.3
Tallmadge High School Tallmadge 2.5 mi 6.3
Akron Preparatory School Akron 2.3 mi 3.1
Middlebury Academy Akron 2.4 mi 3.6
Steel Academy Akron 2.8 mi 5.9
Henry L Robinson Community Learning Center Akron 2.5 mi 6.2
Case Preparatory Academy Akron 2.5 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,909

Median Home Value

$89,900

Median Rent

$974/mo

Population

20,570

College Educated

17.4%

Homeownership

56.1%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

18.7%

Median Age

36.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Betty Jane Community Learning Center

What grades does Betty Jane Community Learning Center serve?

Betty Jane Community Learning Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Betty Jane Community Learning Center?

Betty Jane Community Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Betty Jane Community Learning Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Betty Jane Community Learning Center is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Betty Jane Community Learning Center rank in OH?

Betty Jane Community Learning Center ranks #993 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Betty Jane Community Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Betty Jane Community Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Betty Jane Community Learning Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Betty Jane Community Learning Center has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Betty Jane Community Learning Center a charter school?

No, Betty Jane Community Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Betty Jane Community Learning Center a Title I school?

No, Betty Jane Community Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Summit County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.5%

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