Serving 473 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harris/jackson 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 38% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harris Elementary School serves the northern part of Akron, OH, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most living about 0.7 miles away from its edges.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harris/jackson Community Learning Center's student population of 473 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2017
School Rankings
Harris/jackson 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 Harris/jackson Community Learning Center is 0.74, 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
#2308 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
42%
3%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
19%
17%
White
19%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
21%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harris/jackson Community Learning Center's ranking?
Harris/jackson Community Learning Center is ranked #2308 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Harris/jackson Community Learning Center often compared to?
Harris/jackson Community Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Case Community Learning Center, Pfeiffer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Harris/jackson Community Learning Center?
473 students attend Harris/jackson Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Harris/jackson Community Learning Center students are Asian, 19% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harris/jackson Community Learning Center?
Harris/jackson Community Learning Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harris/jackson Community Learning Center offer ?
Harris/jackson Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harris/jackson Community Learning Center part of?
Harris/jackson Community Learning Center is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Harris/jackson Community Learning Center located?
Harris/jackson Community Learning Center is located in the North Hill neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 3 other public schools located in North Hill.
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