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Barber Community Learning Center

665 Garry Rd
Akron, OH 44305
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barber 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 274 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Bottom 50% in OH
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Barber Community Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

School Overview

Barber Community Learning Center's student population of 274 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar

School Rankings

Barber 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 Barber Community Learning Center is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#2587 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
20-24%
54%
35-39%
60%
20-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
50%
17%
White
23%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Barber Community Learning Center's ranking?
Barber Community Learning Center is ranked #2587 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Barber Community Learning Center?
274 students attend Barber Community Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Barber Community Learning Center students are Black, 23% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barber Community Learning Center?
Barber Community Learning Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Barber Community Learning Center offer ?
Barber Community Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barber Community Learning Center part of?
Barber Community Learning Center is part of Akron City School District.
In what neighborhood is Barber Community Learning Center located?
Barber Community Learning Center is located in the Goodyear Heights neighborhood of Akron, OH. There are 2 other public schools located in Goodyear Heights.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 274 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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