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Below Average

#2882 of 3,441 schools in OH

Hyre Community Learning Center

Middle School · Akron City

2385 Wedgewood Dr, Akron, OH 44312

Enrollment

654

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

4.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,882 of 3,441

In Akron

#54 of 71

public schools

In district

#34 of 45

Akron City

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Hyre Community Learning Center

4.5/10

Middle School in Akron · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Summit Academy Akron Elementary School

6.8/10

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7.9/10

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About Hyre Community Learning Center

Hyre Community Learning Center is a public middle school in Akron, OH, part of Akron City. Hyre Community Learning Center serves approximately 654 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hyre Community Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,882 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Hyre Community Learning Center show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

65% of students at Hyre 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 · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-16.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,553
Chronic Absenteeism64.5%

Hyre Community Learning Center — Students at Hyre Community Learning Center score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.4% (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
70%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
25.3%
ELA
37.1%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Hyre Community Learning Center Compares

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

Overall Score
4.5/10
16th percentile in OH
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
64.5%

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

2385 Wedgewood Dr, Akron, OH 44312

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hyre Community Learning Center may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. O H Somers Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Mogadore), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUPER LEARNING CENTER S FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Lakemore), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ritzman Community Learning Center (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Akron, see our Akron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44312 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,542

Median Home Value

$142,100

Median Rent

$994/mo

Population

30,739

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

74.8%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

45.7

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Hamilton Middle School Columbus, OH 4.5
Heskett Middle School Bedford, OH 4.5
Licking Valley Middle School Newark, OH 4.5
Litchfield Community Learning Center Akron, OH 4.5
Mt Healthy Junior High School Cincinnati, OH 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hyre Community Learning Center

What grades does Hyre Community Learning Center serve?

Hyre Community Learning Center serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Hyre Community Learning Center?

Hyre Community Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 654 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Hyre Community Learning Center is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hyre Community Learning Center rank in OH?

Hyre Community Learning Center ranks #2,882 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Hyre Community Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Hyre Community Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Hyre Community Learning Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hyre Community Learning Center has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hyre Community Learning Center a charter school?

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

Is Hyre Community Learning Center a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
654
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Summit County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
64.5%

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