For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 317 students in the neighborhood of South Akron, Akron, OH.
The top ranked public schools in South Akron are Mcebright Community Learning Center and Main Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of South Akron, Akron, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 60% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of South Akron, Akron, OH (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcebright Community Learning Center
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
349 Cole Ave
Akron, OH 44301
(330) 761-7940
Akron, OH 44301
(330) 761-7940
Gr: K-5 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Main Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1035 Clay St
Akron, OH 44301
(234) 738-1925
Akron, OH 44301
(234) 738-1925
Gr: K-6 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in the neighborhood of South Akron, Akron, OH?
The top ranked public schools in the neighborhood of South Akron, Akron, OH include Mcebright Community Learning Center and Main Preparatory Academy.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of South Akron, Akron?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of South Akron, Akron.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of South Akron, Akron?
the neighborhood of South Akron, Akron public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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