Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barber Community Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Barber Community Learning Center serves the eastern part of Akron, OH, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barber Community Learning Center's student population of 431 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barber Community Learning Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barber Community Learning Center is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2587 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
40%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
42%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
11%
6%
Showing 2001–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barber Community Learning Center's ranking?
Barber Community Learning Center is ranked #2587 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Barber Community Learning Center?
431 students attend Barber Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Barber Community Learning Center students are Asian, 30% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barber Community Learning Center?
Barber Community Learning Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Barber Community Learning Center offer ?
Barber Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barber Community Learning Center part of?
Barber Community Learning Center is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Barber Community Learning Center located?
Barber Community Learning Center is located in the Goodyear Heights neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Goodyear Heights.
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