Serving 277 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rimer Community Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 61% 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: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rimer Community Learning Center serves the southwest part of Akron, OH, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families typically have a driving time of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rimer Community Learning Center's student population of 277 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rimer 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 Rimer Community Learning Center is 0.66, 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
#2005 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
42%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
12%
6%
Showing 2001–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rimer Community Learning Center's ranking?
Rimer Community Learning Center is ranked #2005 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Rimer Community Learning Center?
277 students attend Rimer Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Rimer Community Learning Center students are Black, 39% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rimer Community Learning Center?
Rimer Community Learning Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rimer Community Learning Center offer ?
Rimer Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rimer Community Learning Center part of?
Rimer Community Learning Center is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Rimer Community Learning Center located?
Rimer Community Learning Center is located in the Kenmore neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in Kenmore.
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