FOREST HILL COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER

Forest Hill Community Learning Center is a public elementary school that is part of the Akron City school district, located in Akron, OH with about 380 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 25 teachers, Forest Hill Community Learning Center has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Forest Hill Community Learning Center, located at 850 Damon St in Akron, Ohio, is a dedicated educational facility within the Akron Public Schools district. As a "Community Learning Center" (CLC), the school operates with the philosophy that it serves as a neighborhood hub, integrating academic instruction with various social, recreational, and health-related resources to support both students and the surrounding community. Its design and mission emphasize fostering a collaborative environment where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best while building strong connections with their teachers, families, and peers.

The school is committed to providing a comprehensive curriculum that meets state standards while prioritizing the holistic development of its students. By leveraging its status as a CLC, Forest Hill often facilitates partnerships with local organizations to provide after-school programming, mentorship opportunities, and community engagement initiatives that extend learning beyond the traditional classroom setting. For more information regarding enrollment, district policies, or specific school programs, parents and community members can visit the official Akron Public Schools website at [http://www.akronschools.com](http://www.akronschools.com).

For more information, contact Forest Hill Community Learning Center at (330) 761-1645 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

850 Damon St
Akron, OH 44310-3425
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FOREST HILL COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER is a public school in Akron, OH with about 380 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Ohio

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Akron City
Total Students:
380
Teachers:
25.2
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 380 students

Asian
39.7%
Black or African American
30.5%
White
20.3%
Two or more races
5.3%
Hispanic/Latino
4.2%

Female
42.1%
Male
57.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.