Serving 357 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sam Salem 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sam Salem Community Learning Center serves the southwest part of Akron, OH, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 0.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sam Salem Community Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Sam Salem Community Learning Center's student population of 357 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
357 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sam Salem 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 Sam Salem Community Learning Center is 0.67, 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
#1782 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
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)42.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
22%
6%
Showing 2001–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Green
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sam Salem Community Learning Center's ranking?
Sam Salem Community Learning Center is ranked #1782 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Sam Salem Community Learning Center?
357 students attend Sam Salem Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Sam Salem Community Learning Center students are White, 31% of students are Black, 16% 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 Sam Salem Community Learning Center?
Sam Salem Community Learning Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sam Salem Community Learning Center offer ?
Sam Salem Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sam Salem Community Learning Center part of?
Sam Salem Community Learning Center is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Sam Salem Community Learning Center located?
Sam Salem 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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