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#2087 of 3,441 schools in OH
Portage Lakes Career Center
High School · Portage Lakes
4401 Shriver Rd, Uniontown, OH 44685
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on OH statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
3.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
11th – 12th
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
3.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
11th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,087 of 3,441
In Uniontown
#4 of 4
public schools
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Portage Lakes Career Center
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About Portage Lakes Career Center
Portage Lakes Career Center is a public high school in Uniontown, OH, part of Portage Lakes. Portage Lakes Career Center serves approximately 129 students, and covers grades 11th-12th, and has a 3.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Portage Lakes Career Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,087 of 3,441 schools in OH.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- OH avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 129 students, Portage Lakes Career Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 3.1:1 students to teachers, Portage Lakes Career Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Test Scores
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How Portage Lakes Career Center Compares
See how Portage Lakes Career Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4401 Shriver Rd, Uniontown, OH 44685
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Portage Lakes Career Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Green High School (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Green), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Manchester High School (rated 7.0/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Akron), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Uniontown, see our Uniontown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Green Intermediate Elementary School Green | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Green Middle School Green | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| KIDS COUNTRY Uniontown | 0.6 mi | — |
| Green High School Green | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Greenwood Early Learning Center Green | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Green Primary School Uniontown | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| MAYFAIR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Uniontown | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| ACADEMY OF THE IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY Akron | 3.3 mi | — |
| CHAPEL HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (SOUTH CAMPUS) Akron | 3.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Schrop Intermediate School Akron | 4.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Springfield Preschool Center Akron | 4.3 mi | — |
| Strausser Elementary School Massillon | 4.0 mi | 8.2 |
| RIVERTREE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Massillon | 4.5 mi | — |
| Greater Summit County Early Learning Center Akron | 5.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Lake Primary School Uniontown | 4.2 mi | 9.5 |
| Sauder Elementary School Massillon | 5.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Jackson Memorial Middle School Massillon | 5.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Manchester High School Akron | 4.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Lake Cable Elementary School Canton | 5.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Nolley Elementary School Akron | 4.2 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44685 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,094
Median Home Value
$259,900
Median Rent
$1,346/mo
Population
28,655
College Educated
41.9%
Homeownership
82.9%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
42.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Felicity-Franklin Local High School Felicity, OH | 5.9 |
| Steel Academy Akron, OH | 5.9 |
| Upper Scioto Valley High School Mc Guffey, OH | 5.9 |
| Vanguard Tech Center Fremont, OH | 5.9 |
| Clay High School Portsmouth, OH | 6.0 |
| Tri-State STEM+M School South Point, OH | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Portage Lakes Career Center
What grades does Portage Lakes Career Center serve?
Portage Lakes Career Center serves students in grades 11th through 12th.
How many students attend Portage Lakes Career Center?
Portage Lakes Career Center has an enrollment of approximately 129 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Portage Lakes Career Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Portage Lakes Career Center is 3.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Portage Lakes Career Center rank in OH?
Portage Lakes Career Center ranks #2,087 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Portage Lakes Career Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Portage Lakes Career Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Portage Lakes Career Center a charter school?
No, Portage Lakes Career Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Portage Lakes Career Center a Title I school?
No, Portage Lakes Career Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 11th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 129
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Summit County
- Phone
- (330) 896-8200
Resources & Links
District
Portage Lakes- District Enrollment
- 129
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $41,365
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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