HARRIS/JACKSON COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER

Harris/Jackson Community Learning Center is a public elementary school that is part of the Akron City school district, located in Akron, OH with about 524 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 34 teachers, Harris/Jackson 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.

The Harris/Jackson Community Learning Center (CLC), located in Akron, Ohio, is a public school that serves students in the Akron Public Schools district. As part of the district’s CLC model, the school is designed to function as a neighborhood hub, integrating academic instruction with various support services and community-based programs. This approach aims to bridge the gap between the classroom and the local community, providing resources that support both student achievement and family engagement throughout the school year.

Academically, the school focuses on providing a foundational education in a supportive environment, often emphasizing character development and personalized learning strategies. By utilizing the Community Learning Center framework, Harris/Jackson leverages partnerships with local organizations, volunteers, and service providers to offer after-school programming, tutoring, and extracurricular activities. This collaborative structure is intended to foster a sense of belonging and provide students with the holistic support necessary for success both during and beyond the standard school day.

For more information, contact Harris/Jackson Community Learning Center at (330) 761-1315 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1085 Clifton Ave
Akron, OH 44310-2011
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HARRIS/JACKSON COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER is a public school in Akron, OH with about 524 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Ohio

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Akron City
Total Students:
524
Teachers:
34.2
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 524 students

Asian
39.1%
Black or African American
26.9%
White
22.7%
Two or more races
6.5%
Hispanic/Latino
4.8%

Female
47.9%
Male
52.1%

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.