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Firestone Community Learning Center

High School · Akron City

470 Castle Blvd, Akron, OH 44313

Enrollment

1,085

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,097 of 3,441

In Akron

#33 of 71

public schools

In district

#21 of 45

Akron City

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Firestone Community Learning Center

5.8/10

High School in Akron · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Firestone Community Learning Center

Firestone Community Learning Center is a public high school in Akron, OH, part of Akron City. Firestone Community Learning Center serves approximately 1,085 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Firestone Community Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,097 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Firestone Community Learning Center show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

71% of students at Firestone 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 Data13
Annual Change-5.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency36% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
College Readiness9.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate93%
AP Participation48.3%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,553
Chronic Absenteeism70.5%

Firestone Community Learning Center — Students at Firestone Community Learning Center score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 55.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 71.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
88%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
78%
ELA
90%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
51%

* 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 Firestone Community Learning Center Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
39th percentile in OH
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.5/10
Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.3
Sports
21
11 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
82 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
70.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered IB Programme
48.3% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·51 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
11 boys'·10 girls'·33 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

470 Castle Blvd, Akron, OH 44313

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Firestone Community Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Summit Academy Secondary - Akron (rated 5.6/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Buchtel Community Learning Center (rated 3.8/10, 2.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Towpath Trail High School (rated 2.9/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Akron, see our Akron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Litchfield Community Learning Center Akron 0.0 mi 4.5
Case Community Learning Center Akron 0.2 mi 6.9
ELP Essex Akron 0.6 mi
OUR LADY OF THE ELMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron 1.1 mi 8.3
OUR LADY OF THE ELMS SCHOOL Akron 1.1 mi 8.3
Judith A Resnik Community Learning Center Akron 1.0 mi 8.1
ST SEBASTIAN SCHOOL Akron 1.4 mi 6.2
AKRON FIRST ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL Akron 1.3 mi
Summit Academy Secondary - Akron Akron 1.6 mi 5.6
King Community Learning Center Akron 1.5 mi 7.1
Portage Path Community Learning Center Akron 1.9 mi 5.4
Buchtel Community Learning Center Akron 2.3 mi 3.8
Schumacher Community Learning Center Akron 2.7 mi 4.8
ST HILARY SCHOOL Fairlawn 2.1 mi 5.8
DISCOVERY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Akron 2.3 mi
I Promise School Akron 2.6 mi 3.9
Crouse Community Learning Center Akron 2.9 mi 4.9
Herberich Primary Elementary School Fairlawn 2.5 mi 9.6
Towpath Trail High School Akron 2.8 mi 2.9
Findley Community Learning Center Akron 2.7 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44313 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,404

Median Home Value

$216,200

Median Rent

$1,041/mo

Population

27,680

College Educated

50%

Homeownership

59.9%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

38.2

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Logan High School Logan, OH 5.8
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Defiance High School Defiance, OH 5.7
River View High School Warsaw, OH 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Firestone Community Learning Center

What grades does Firestone Community Learning Center serve?

Firestone Community Learning Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Firestone Community Learning Center?

Firestone Community Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 1,085 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Firestone Community Learning Center is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Firestone Community Learning Center rank in OH?

Firestone Community Learning Center ranks #2,097 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Firestone Community Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Firestone Community Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Firestone Community Learning Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Firestone Community Learning Center has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Firestone Community Learning Center a charter school?

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

Is Firestone Community Learning Center a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,085
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
82
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Summit County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
70.5%
4-Year Graduation
93.0%

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