Serving 469 students in grades 6-8, Litchfield 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 21% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Litchfield Middle School serves the northwest part of Akron, OH, covering an area of approximately 10.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 2.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which reaches up to 3.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Litchfield Community Learning Center's student population of 469 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Litchfield 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 Litchfield Community Learning Center is 0.55, 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
#2703 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
63%
17%
White
23%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Litchfield Community Learning Center's ranking?
Litchfield Community Learning Center is ranked #2703 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Litchfield Community Learning Center?
469 students attend Litchfield Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Litchfield Community Learning Center students are Black, 23% of students are White, 8% 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 Litchfield Community Learning Center?
Litchfield Community Learning Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Litchfield Community Learning Center offer ?
Litchfield Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Litchfield Community Learning Center part of?
Litchfield Community Learning Center is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Litchfield Community Learning Center located?
Litchfield Community Learning Center is located in the Northwest Akron neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Akron.
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