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East Community Learning Center

High School · Akron City

80 Brittain Rd, Akron, OH 44305

Enrollment

1,070

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

3.8

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,152 of 3,441

In Akron

#64 of 71

public schools

In district

#42 of 45

Akron City

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East 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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About East Community Learning Center

East Community Learning Center is a public high school in Akron, OH, part of Akron City. East Community Learning Center serves approximately 1,070 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. East Community Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,152 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for East Community Learning Center show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% 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

75% of students at East 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 Progress2.4Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.6Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency4.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-37.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile2th
College Readiness4.8Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate77%
AP Participation4.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,553
Chronic Absenteeism75%

East Community Learning Center — Students at East Community Learning Center score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 36.2% (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
58%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
16%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
19%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
6%
ELA
14%
2021*
Math
6%
ELA
14%
2022
Math
4.8%
ELA
14.3%

* 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: 2.4/10.

How East Community Learning Center Compares

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

Overall Score
3.8/10
8th percentile in OH
Academic
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.8/10
Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.3
Sports
14
7 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
89 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
75.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
4.8% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics14sports offered
7 boys'·7 girls'·20 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

80 Brittain Rd, Akron, OH 44305

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Community Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ARCHBISHOP HOBAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cascade Career Prep High School (rated 5.3/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ellet Community Learning Center (rated 4.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Akron, see our Akron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi

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 East Community Learning Center

What grades does East Community Learning Center serve?

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

How many students attend East Community Learning Center?

East Community Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 1,070 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at East Community Learning Center is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Community Learning Center rank in OH?

East Community Learning Center ranks #3,152 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is East Community Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?

East 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 East Community Learning Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Community Learning Center has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is East Community Learning Center a charter school?

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

Is East Community Learning Center a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
1,070
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
89
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Summit County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
75.0%
4-Year Graduation
77.0%

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