Serving 347 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Betty Jane 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Betty Jane Community Learning Center serves the east part of Akron, OH, covering an attendance area of approximately 2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Betty Jane Community Learning Center's student population of 347 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Motto
The Betty Jane Community Learning Center was opened on January 9, 2008.
School Rankings
Betty Jane 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 Betty Jane Community Learning Center is 0.64, 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
#2023 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
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)32.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
17%
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 Betty Jane Community Learning Center's ranking?
Betty Jane Community Learning Center is ranked #2023 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Betty Jane Community Learning Center often compared to?
Betty Jane Community Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Windemere Community Learning Center, Seiberling Community Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Betty Jane Community Learning Center?
347 students attend Betty Jane Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Betty Jane Community Learning Center students are White, 25% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Betty Jane Community Learning Center?
Betty Jane Community Learning Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Betty Jane Community Learning Center offer ?
Betty Jane Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Betty Jane Community Learning Center part of?
Betty Jane Community Learning Center is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Betty Jane Community Learning Center located?
Betty Jane Community Learning Center is located in the Ellet neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 6 other public schools located in Ellet.
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