Serving 349 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, David Hill 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Hill Community Learning Center serves the southeast part of Akron, OH, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
David Hill Community Learning Center's student population of 349 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Akron Public Schools serves every student by enriching his or her talents and interests.
School Rankings
David Hill 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 David Hill Community Learning Center is 0.51, 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
#2629 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
68%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
42%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
13%
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 David Hill Community Learning Center's ranking?
David Hill Community Learning Center is ranked #2629 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend David Hill Community Learning Center?
349 students attend David Hill Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of David Hill Community Learning Center students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of David Hill Community Learning Center?
David Hill Community Learning Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does David Hill Community Learning Center offer ?
David Hill Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is David Hill Community Learning Center part of?
David Hill Community Learning Center is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is David Hill Community Learning Center located?
David Hill Community Learning Center is located in the East Akron neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in East Akron.
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