Serving 378 students in grades Kindergarten-5, King Community Learning Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to 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 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: King Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Akron, OH, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with most students living about a mile away from the zone's edge and the furthest distance being 2.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
King Community Learning Center's student population of 378 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 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
We are Caring, Principled Thinkers
School Rankings
King Community Learning Center ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of King Community Learning Center is 0.66, 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
#1351 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
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)28.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
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 King Community Learning Center's ranking?
King Community Learning Center is ranked #1351 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are King Community Learning Center often compared to?
King Community Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Judith A Resnik Community Learning Center, Highland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend King Community Learning Center?
378 students attend King Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of King Community Learning Center students are Black, 39% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of King Community Learning Center?
King Community Learning Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does King Community Learning Center offer ?
King Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is King Community Learning Center part of?
King Community Learning Center is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is King Community Learning Center located?
King Community Learning Center is located in the Northwest Akron neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Akron.
School Reviews
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