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#3151 of 3,441 schools in OH

Buchtel Community Learning Center

High School · Akron City

1040 Copley Rd, Akron, OH 44320

Enrollment

903

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

3.8

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,151 of 3,441

In Akron

#63 of 71

public schools

In district

#41 of 45

Akron City

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Buchtel Community Learning Center

3.8/10

High School in Akron · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.8/10

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About Buchtel Community Learning Center

Buchtel Community Learning Center is a public high school in Akron, OH, part of Akron City. Buchtel Community Learning Center serves approximately 903 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Buchtel Community Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,151 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Buchtel Community Learning Center show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.6
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

82% of students at Buchtel 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.1Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency11% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-35.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
College Readiness5.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation5.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,553
Chronic Absenteeism81.7%

Buchtel Community Learning Center — Students at Buchtel Community Learning Center score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 36.9% (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
47%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
8%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
6%
ELA
18%
2017
Math
9%
ELA
16%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
7.2%
ELA
15.6%

* 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: 2.1/10.

How Buchtel Community Learning Center Compares

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

Overall Score
3.8/10
9th percentile in OH
Academic
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.0/10
Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.3
Sports
18
8 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
78 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
81.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
5.2% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
8 boys'·10 girls'·31 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

1040 Copley Rd, Akron, OH 44320

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Buchtel Community Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Firestone Community Learning Center (rated 5.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Summit Academy Secondary - Akron (rated 5.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Towpath Trail High School (rated 2.9/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Akron, see our Akron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Schumacher Community Learning Center Akron 0.5 mi 4.8
Crouse Community Learning Center Akron 0.7 mi 4.9
Summit Academy Secondary - Akron Akron 0.9 mi 5.6
ST SEBASTIAN SCHOOL Akron 1.0 mi 6.2
OUR LADY OF THE ELMS SCHOOL Akron 1.2 mi 8.3
AKRON FIRST ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL Akron 1.2 mi
OUR LADY OF THE ELMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron 1.3 mi 8.3
Portage Path Community Learning Center Akron 1.1 mi 5.4
ELP Stewart Akron 1.3 mi 5.4
Miller-South Visual Performing Arts Akron 1.3 mi 7.8
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center Akron 1.4 mi 5.7
King Community Learning Center Akron 1.8 mi 7.1
I Promise School Akron 1.6 mi 3.9
Case Community Learning Center Akron 2.1 mi 6.9
Reach Center Summit Lake Akron 2.1 mi
Firestone Community Learning Center Akron 2.3 mi 5.8
Litchfield Community Learning Center Akron 2.3 mi 4.5
Towpath Trail High School Akron 1.8 mi 2.9
ST VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron 1.9 mi 7.1
ELP Essex Akron 2.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44320 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,013

Median Home Value

$102,600

Median Rent

$915/mo

Population

18,134

College Educated

18.3%

Homeownership

55.7%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

24%

Median Age

42.6

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Woodward High School Toledo, OH 3.8
Belmont High School Dayton, OH 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Buchtel Community Learning Center

What grades does Buchtel Community Learning Center serve?

Buchtel Community Learning Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Buchtel Community Learning Center?

Buchtel Community Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 903 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Buchtel Community Learning Center is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Buchtel Community Learning Center rank in OH?

Buchtel Community Learning Center ranks #3,151 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Buchtel Community Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Buchtel Community Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Buchtel Community Learning Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Buchtel Community Learning Center has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Buchtel Community Learning Center a charter school?

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

Is Buchtel Community Learning Center a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
903
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
78
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Summit County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
81.7%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

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