For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,776 students in 44305, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 68 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 44305, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 44305, OH are Betty Jane Community Learning Center, Barber Community Learning Center and Seiberling Community Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44305 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44305, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 44305, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Betty Jane Community Learning Center
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
444 Darrow Rd
Akron, OH 44305
(330) 794-4117
Akron, OH 44305
(330) 794-4117
Gr: K-5 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Barber Community Learning Center
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
665 Garry Rd
Akron, OH 44305
(330) 761-7911
Akron, OH 44305
(330) 761-7911
Gr: PK-5 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Seiberling Community Learning Center
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 Brittain Rd
Akron, OH 44305
(330) 761-7956
Akron, OH 44305
(330) 761-7956
Gr: PK-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #44.
Akron Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1200 E Market St Ste 3360
Akron, OH 44305
(330) 247-6232
Akron, OH 44305
(330) 247-6232
Gr: K-8 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Middlebury Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
88 Kent St
Akron, OH 44305
(330) 752-2766
Akron, OH 44305
(330) 752-2766
Gr: K-8 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
East Community Learning Center
(Math: 7% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
80 Brittain Rd
Akron, OH 44305
(330) 761-7920
Akron, OH 44305
(330) 761-7920
Gr: 6-12 | 923 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 44305, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 44305, OH include Betty Jane Community Learning Center, Barber Community Learning Center and Seiberling Community Learning Center.
How many public schools are located in 44305?
6 public schools are located in 44305.
What percentage of students in 44305 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 44305 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44305?
44305 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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