Serving 846 students in grades 6-8, Jennings 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 14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (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 90% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 846 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jennings Community Learning Center serves the northeast part of Akron, OH, covering an area of approximately 10.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jennings Community Learning Center's student population of 846 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
846 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Jennings 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 Jennings Community Learning Center is 0.75, 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
#2937 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
30%
3%
Hispanic
20%
8%
Black
34%
17%
White
10%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jennings Community Learning Center's ranking?
Jennings Community Learning Center is ranked #2937 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Jennings Community Learning Center often compared to?
Jennings Community Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Hudson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Jennings Community Learning Center?
846 students attend Jennings Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Jennings Community Learning Center students are Black, 30% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jennings Community Learning Center?
Jennings Community Learning Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jennings Community Learning Center offer ?
Jennings Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jennings Community Learning Center part of?
Jennings Community Learning Center is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Jennings Community Learning Center located?
Jennings 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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