Below Average
#2678 of 3,441 schools in OH
Jennings Community Learning Center
Middle School · Akron City
227 E Tallmadge Ave, Akron, OH 44310
Enrollment
762
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
762
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,678 of 3,441
In Akron
#47 of 71
public schools
In district
#29 of 45
Akron City
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Jennings Community Learning Center
Jennings Community Learning Center is a public middle school in Akron, OH, part of Akron City. Jennings Community Learning Center serves approximately 762 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Jennings Community Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,678 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Jennings Community Learning Center show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- OH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
55% of students at Jennings 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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Jennings Community Learning Center — Students at Jennings Community Learning Center score 19% 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: 4.7/10.
How Jennings Community Learning Center Compares
See how Jennings 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
227 E Tallmadge Ave, Akron, OH 44310
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jennings Community Learning Center may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. National Inventors Hall of Fame School Center for STEM (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is I Promise School (rated 3.9/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Akros Middle School (rated 3.0/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Akron, see our Akron schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST ANTHONY OF PADUA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| North High School Akron | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Findley Community Learning Center Akron | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Forest Hill Community Learning Center Akron | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Harris/Jackson Community Learning Center Akron | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Edge Learning Akron | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Akros Middle School Akron | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| APS Online Akron | 1.4 mi | 1.7 |
| ST VINCENT-ST MARY HIGH SCHOOL Akron | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Akron | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Towpath Trail High School Akron | 1.4 mi | 2.9 |
| National Inventors Hall of Fame School Center for STEM Akron | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Akron STEM High School Akron | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| I Promise School Akron | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Akron Early College High School Akron | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Steel Academy Akron | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Richardson Elementary School Cuyahoga Falls | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Gordon Dewitt Elementary School Cuyahoga Falls | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| King Community Learning Center Akron | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Mason Community Learning Center Akron | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alliance Middle School Alliance, OH | 4.9 |
| Edgewood Middle School Trenton, OH | 4.9 |
| Maysville Middle School Zanesville, OH | 4.9 |
| Geneva Middle School Geneva, OH | 5.0 |
| Memorial Junior High School Cleveland, OH | 5.0 |
| Pleasant View Middle School Grove City, OH | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jennings Community Learning Center
What grades does Jennings Community Learning Center serve?
Jennings Community Learning Center serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jennings Community Learning Center?
Jennings Community Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 762 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jennings Community Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Jennings Community Learning Center is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jennings Community Learning Center rank in OH?
Jennings Community Learning Center ranks #2,678 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Jennings Community Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Jennings Community Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Jennings Community Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jennings Community Learning Center has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jennings Community Learning Center a charter school?
No, Jennings Community Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jennings Community Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Jennings Community Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 762
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Summit County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.6%
- Phone
- (330) 761-2002
Resources & Links
District
Akron City- District Enrollment
- 19,982
- Schools in District
- 48
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,553
- District Rank
- #29 of 45
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