For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,003 students in 44320, OH (there are 3 private schools, serving 729 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 44320, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 44320, OH are Summit Academy Secondary - Akron, Imagine Leadership Academy and Schumacher Community Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 44320 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in 44320, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 44320, OH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Summit Academy Secondary - Akron
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
464 S Hawkins Ave
Akron, OH 44320
(330) 434-2343
Akron, OH 44320
(330) 434-2343
Gr: 9-12 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Imagine Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2405 Romig Rd
Akron, OH 44320
(330) 753-1000
Akron, OH 44320
(330) 753-1000
Gr: 1-6 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Schumacher Community Learning Center
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1020 Hartford Ave
Akron, OH 44320
(330) 873-3386
Akron, OH 44320
(330) 873-3386
Gr: K-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Crouse Community Learning Center
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Diagonal Rd
Akron, OH 44320
(330) 761-1625
Akron, OH 44320
(330) 761-1625
Gr: PK-5 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Buchtel Community Learning Center
(Math: 6% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1040 Copley Rd
Akron, OH 44320
(330) 873-3300
Akron, OH 44320
(330) 873-3300
Gr: 6-12 | 994 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Imagine Akron Academy
Charter School
2405 Romig Rd
Akron, OH 44320
(330) 753-1000
Akron, OH 44320
(330) 753-1000
Gr: K | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 44320, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in 44320, OH include Summit Academy Secondary - Akron, Imagine Leadership Academy and Schumacher Community Learning Center.
How many public schools are located in 44320?
6 public schools are located in 44320.
What percentage of students in 44320 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 44320 are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 44320?
44320 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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