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#2170 of 3,441 schools in OH
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center
Elementary School · Akron City
450 Vernon Odom Boulevard, Akron, OH 44307
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,170 of 3,441
In Akron
#36 of 71
public schools
In district
#23 of 45
Akron City
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Helen Arnold Community Learning Center
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About Helen Arnold Community Learning Center
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center is a public elementary school in Akron, OH, part of Akron City. Helen Arnold Community Learning Center serves approximately 248 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Helen Arnold Community Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,170 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Helen Arnold Community Learning Center show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Helen Arnold 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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Helen Arnold Community Learning Center — Students at Helen Arnold Community Learning Center score 24% 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: 5.6/10.
How Helen Arnold Community Learning Center Compares
See how Helen Arnold 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
450 Vernon Odom Boulevard, Akron, OH 44307
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Helen Arnold Community Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pfeiffer Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Akron, see our Akron schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Miller-South Visual Performing Arts Akron | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Crouse Community Learning Center Akron | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Reach Center Summit Lake Akron | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Akron Career Tech High School Akron | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| I Promise School Akron | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Akron Early College High School Akron | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Towpath Trail High School Akron | 1.4 mi | 2.9 |
| Akron Alternative Academy Akron | 1.4 mi | 2.5 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Portage Path Community Learning Center Akron | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Buchtel Community Learning Center Akron | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| ST VINCENT-ST MARY HIGH SCHOOL Akron | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| ELP Stewart Akron | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Leggett Community Learning Center Akron | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| APS Online Akron | 1.5 mi | 1.7 |
| Schumacher Community Learning Center Akron | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Pfeiffer Elementary School Akron | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Akron STEM High School Akron | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Eagle Elementary of Akron Akron | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44307 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$28,802
Median Home Value
$75,700
Median Rent
$802/mo
Population
6,336
College Educated
10.6%
Homeownership
33.4%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
39.6%
Median Age
35.3
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| HOLY ROSARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Marys, OH | 5.7 |
| New Concord Elementary School New Concord, OH | 5.7 |
| Old West End Academy Elementary School Toledo, OH | 5.7 |
| ST CHRISTOPHER SCHOOL Rocky River, OH | 5.7 |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Lebanon, OH | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Helen Arnold Community Learning Center
What grades does Helen Arnold Community Learning Center serve?
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Helen Arnold Community Learning Center?
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 248 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Helen Arnold Community Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Helen Arnold Community Learning Center is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Helen Arnold Community Learning Center rank in OH?
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center ranks #2,170 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Helen Arnold Community Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Helen Arnold Community Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Helen Arnold Community Learning Center has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Helen Arnold Community Learning Center a charter school?
No, Helen Arnold Community Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Helen Arnold Community Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Helen Arnold Community Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 248
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Summit County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.5%
- Phone
- (330) 761-1661
Resources & Links
District
Akron City- District Enrollment
- 19,982
- Schools in District
- 48
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,553
- District Rank
- #23 of 45
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