For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 894 students in 44305, OH.
The top-ranked public preschools in 44305, OH are 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 preschools in zipcode 44305 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Ohio public pre school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 44305, OH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschool average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 44305, OH Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
44305, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
33 Dorcas Ave
Akron, OH 44305
(330) 794-4191
Akron, OH 44305
(330) 794-4191
Gr: K-5 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 44305, OH?
The top-ranked public preschools in 44305, OH include Barber Community Learning Center and Seiberling Community Learning Center.
How many public preschools are located in 44305?
2 public preschools are located in 44305.
What is the racial composition of students in 44305?
44305 public preschools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public preschools average of 39% (majority Black).
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