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Harris/jackson Community Learning Center

Elementary School · Akron City

1085 Clifton Ave, Akron, OH 44310

Enrollment

636

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,912 of 3,441

In Akron

#27 of 71

public schools

In district

#17 of 45

Akron City

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Harris/jackson Community Learning Center

6.1/10

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

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3.9/10

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4.9/10

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About Harris/jackson Community Learning Center

Harris/jackson Community Learning Center is a public elementary school in Akron, OH, part of Akron City. Harris/jackson Community Learning Center serves approximately 636 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Harris/jackson Community Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,912 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Harris/jackson Community Learning Center show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,553
Chronic Absenteeism25.9%

Harris/jackson Community Learning Center — Students at Harris/jackson 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 (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.0% (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
42%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
45.4%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Harris/jackson Community Learning Center Compares

See how Harris/jackson Community Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in OH
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.9%

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

1085 Clifton Ave, Akron, OH 44310

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harris/jackson Community Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gordon Dewitt Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Cuyahoga Falls), which scores notably higher. Another option is Richardson Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Cuyahoga Falls), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Preston Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Cuyahoga Falls), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Akron, see our Akron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
North High School Akron 0.8 mi 3.9
Jennings Community Learning Center Akron 0.9 mi 4.9
Forest Hill Community Learning Center Akron 1.1 mi 5.5
Gordon Dewitt Elementary School Cuyahoga Falls 1.3 mi 8.6
ST JOSEPH PARISH SCHOOL Cuyahoga Falls 1.4 mi 7.3
Steel Academy Akron 1.2 mi 5.9
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron 1.3 mi 6.5
REDEEMER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cuyahoga Falls 1.6 mi 7.1
Findley Community Learning Center Akron 1.3 mi 6.0
Richardson Elementary School Cuyahoga Falls 1.7 mi 8.2
Cuyahoga Falls High School Cuyahoga Falls 1.8 mi 4.7
Preston Elementary School Cuyahoga Falls 1.5 mi 8.0
Bolich Middle School Cuyahoga Falls 2.1 mi 5.6
CHAPEL HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (NORTH CAMPUS) Cuyahoga Falls 1.6 mi 7.8
Cascade Career Prep High School Akron 1.8 mi 5.3
Edge Learning Akron 2.2 mi 4.4
Akros Middle School Akron 2.3 mi 3.0
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Cuyahoga Falls 2.4 mi 6.8
APS Online Akron 2.3 mi 1.7
ST VINCENT-ST MARY HIGH SCHOOL Akron 2.2 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44310 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$38,912

Median Home Value

$91,400

Median Rent

$925/mo

Population

24,420

College Educated

14.2%

Homeownership

39.3%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

30.6%

Median Age

34.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harris/jackson Community Learning Center

What grades does Harris/jackson Community Learning Center serve?

Harris/jackson Community Learning Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Harris/jackson Community Learning Center?

Harris/jackson Community Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 636 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harris/jackson Community Learning Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Harris/jackson 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 Harris/jackson Community Learning Center rank in OH?

Harris/jackson Community Learning Center ranks #1,912 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Harris/jackson Community Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Harris/jackson Community Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Harris/jackson Community Learning Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harris/jackson Community Learning Center has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Harris/jackson Community Learning Center a charter school?

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

Is Harris/jackson Community Learning Center a Title I school?

No, Harris/jackson Community Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Summit County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.9%

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