Serving 289 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Portage Path 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Portage Path Community Learning Center serves the northwest part of Akron, OH, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Portage Path Community Learning Center's student population of 289 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1908
School Motto
We are Caring, Principled Thinkers
School Rankings
Portage Path 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 Portage Path Community Learning Center is 0.50, which is less 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
#2643 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
69%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
13%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
6%
Showing 2001–2012. View full 14-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portage Path Community Learning Center's ranking?
Portage Path Community Learning Center is ranked #2643 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Portage Path Community Learning Center often compared to?
Portage Path Community Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Fernway Elementary School, Onaway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Portage Path Community Learning Center?
289 students attend Portage Path Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Portage Path Community Learning Center students are Black, 13% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Portage Path Community Learning Center?
Portage Path Community Learning Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Portage Path Community Learning Center offer ?
Portage Path Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Portage Path Community Learning Center part of?
Portage Path Community Learning Center is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Portage Path Community Learning Center located?
Portage Path Community Learning Center is located in the Highland Square neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Highland Square.
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