For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 658 students in the neighborhood of University of Akron, Akron, OH.
The top-ranked public schools in University of Akron are Akron Stem High School and Leggett Community Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of University of Akron, Akron, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 60% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of University of Akron, Akron, OH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Akron Stem High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
123 S Forge St
Akron, OH 44308
(330) 761-1661
Akron, OH 44308
(330) 761-1661
Gr: 9-12 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Leggett Community Learning Center
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
333 E Thornton St
Akron, OH 44311
(330) 761-1735
Akron, OH 44311
(330) 761-1735
Gr: K-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of University of Akron, Akron, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of University of Akron, Akron, OH include Akron Stem High School and Leggett Community Learning Center.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of University of Akron, Akron?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of University of Akron, Akron.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of University of Akron, Akron?
the neighborhood of University of Akron, Akron public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).
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