Betty Jane Community Learning Center

Betty Jane Community Learning Center is a K-5 school enrolling approximately 351 learners in Akron with strong support at a 13:1 student-to-teacher ratio with 27 full-time certified teachers and no full-time counselor (however, the staff provides care and community). Math proficiency rates are about 52% and reading is around 47% placing the school towards the bottom of the barrel for the best elementary schools in the Akron area, although modestly.

The student demographics roughly consist of 57% White, 24% Black, 13% multiracial, 4% Hispanic, and a small Asian demographic. The free or reduced lunch percentage is around 65% signifying economic diversity in the student population. It is currently well known in the local community for its warm outreach and thus also related to its pulling together recently a “Coats for Kids” program that somehow managed not only to provide lots of coats but also lots of warm hearts. The median sold homes monthly for June 2025 in Akron were running around $148 K.

The school uses a PBIS program where students can earn "hoot loot" for positive behavior, which can then be redeemed at the school store.

Q1. What grades does Betty Jane CLC serve?

Ans. Betty Jane CLC serves grades K–5.

Q2. What are the school's test scores?

Ans. Betty Jane CLC has consistently rated towards the top of the district in terms of test scores.

Q3. How can I contact the school?

Ans. You can reach Betty Jane Community Learning Center at 444 Darrow Rd, Akron, OH 44305, or call 330-761-2602.

Q4. What, if schools, is the school's mission?

Ans. The school's mission is to cultivate well-rounded young people through strong, innovative programs that ignite curiosity and fuel their passion for life and learning.

Q5. Can parents participate?

Ans. Yes! Betty Jane CLC invites parents to be involved in a variety of programs and events.