Serving 994 students in grades 6-12, Buchtel 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 6% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (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 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 994 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Buchtel High School serves the west part of Akron, OH, covering an area of approximately 6.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buchtel Community Learning Center's student population of 994 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
994 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1931
School Calendar
Average Class Size
28 students
School Rankings
Buchtel 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 Buchtel Community Learning Center is 0.29, which is less 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
#3127 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
84%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)74.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
42%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
6%
Showing 2002–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buchtel Community Learning Center's ranking?
Buchtel Community Learning Center is ranked #3127 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Buchtel Community Learning Center often compared to?
Buchtel Community Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Firestone Community Learning Center, Copley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buchtel Community Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Buchtel Community Learning Center is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Buchtel Community Learning Center?
994 students attend Buchtel Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Buchtel Community Learning Center students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buchtel Community Learning Center?
Buchtel Community Learning Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buchtel Community Learning Center offer ?
Buchtel Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buchtel Community Learning Center part of?
Buchtel Community Learning Center is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Buchtel Community Learning Center located?
Buchtel Community Learning Center is located in the West Akron neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in West Akron.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
this seems to be a good school altogether. im a freshmen but i actually like buchtel. and ive had 3 other siblings who has gone to buchtel and they have liked it as well.
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