Serving 288 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Helen Arnold 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Helen Arnold Community Learning Center serves the west part of Akron, OH, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center's student population of 288 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Rankings
Helen Arnold 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 Helen Arnold Community Learning Center is 0.32, 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
#2570 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)
30-34%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
82%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
42%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helen Arnold Community Learning Center's ranking?
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center is ranked #2570 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Helen Arnold Community Learning Center often compared to?
Helen Arnold Community Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Judith A Resnik Community Learning Center, Barber Community Learning Center by visitors of our site.
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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Helen Arnold Community Learning Center?
288 students attend Helen Arnold Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Helen Arnold Community Learning Center students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helen Arnold Community Learning Center?
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Helen Arnold Community Learning Center offer ?
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Helen Arnold Community Learning Center part of?
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Helen Arnold Community Learning Center located?
Helen Arnold Community Learning Center is located in the Sherbondy Hill neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Sherbondy Hill.
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