Below Average
#3069 of 3,441 schools in OH
Garfield Community Learning Center
High School · Akron City
1326 Brown St, Akron, OH 44301
Enrollment
920
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
920
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#3,069 of 3,441
In Akron
#58 of 71
public schools
In district
#36 of 45
Akron City
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Garfield Community Learning Center
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About Garfield Community Learning Center
Garfield Community Learning Center is a public high school in Akron, OH, part of Akron City. Garfield Community Learning Center serves approximately 920 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Community Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,069 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Garfield Community Learning Center show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- OH avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
85% of students at Garfield 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
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Garfield Community Learning Center — Students at Garfield Community Learning Center score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 1.9/10.
How Garfield Community Learning Center Compares
See how Garfield Community Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1326 Brown St, Akron, OH 44301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garfield Community Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Akron Early College High School (rated 7.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ARCHBISHOP HOBAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Akron STEM High School (rated 5.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Akron, see our Akron schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Firestone Park Elementary School Akron | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| McEbright Community Learning Center Akron | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Main Preparatory Academy Akron | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Glover Community Learning Center Akron | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Voris Community Learning Center Akron | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Akron Alternative Academy Akron | 1.0 mi | 2.5 |
| Akron Career Tech High School Akron | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Leggett Community Learning Center Akron | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| David Hill Community Learning Center Akron | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| ARCHBISHOP HOBAN HIGH SCHOOL Akron | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| ARLINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Akron | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Mason Community Learning Center Akron | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Henry L Robinson Community Learning Center Akron | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Case Preparatory Academy Akron | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Reach Center Summit Lake Akron | 1.8 mi | — |
| National Inventors Hall of Fame School Center for STEM Akron | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Akron STEM High School Akron | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Akron Preparatory School Akron | 2.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Akron Early College High School Akron | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,134
Median Home Value
$103,400
Median Rent
$990/mo
Population
14,081
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
20.8%
Median Age
34.6
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|---|---|
| Canton South High School Canton, OH | 4.0 |
| London High School London, OH | 4.0 |
| Piqua High School Piqua, OH | 4.0 |
| Tecumseh High School New Carlisle, OH | 4.0 |
| Waite High School Toledo, OH | 4.0 |
| Warren G Harding High School Warren, OH | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garfield Community Learning Center
What grades does Garfield Community Learning Center serve?
Garfield Community Learning Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Garfield Community Learning Center?
Garfield Community Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 920 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Community Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Community Learning Center is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garfield Community Learning Center rank in OH?
Garfield Community Learning Center ranks #3,069 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Garfield Community Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Garfield Community Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Garfield Community Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garfield Community Learning Center has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Garfield Community Learning Center a charter school?
No, Garfield Community Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garfield Community Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Garfield Community Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 920
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 77
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Summit County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 85.0%
- Phone
- (330) 848-4141
- 4-Year Graduation
- 72.0%
Resources & Links
District
Akron City- District Enrollment
- 19,982
- Schools in District
- 48
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,553
- District Rank
- #36 of 45
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