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Phoenix Community Learning Center

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Posted July 23, 2012
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I cannot believe the negative things I am reading here. All of my children have gone to this school since it opened and I am amazed and elated at the growth and individualized attention my children have all received. They have all become better thinkers, and humans because of this school and all of the wonderful educators in it. This school encourages and teaches parents and students alike.
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Posted November 2, 2009
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The teachers act like they have no training. They haveno control over their classrooms. The children are out of control.
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Posted March 19, 2008
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I love the technology integration, and the way they get students to think outside of the box.
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Posted August 29, 2007
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Over all I think this school is great. My daughter has made lots of friends and she is learning at a very fast paste. I sometimes worry about her riding the bus by herself but so far I have seen no problems. Only time will tell how well this school really is when she gets out on her own to take on the world and I understand that I have a big role to play in that area also. But the memories that she develops with this school will last a long time.
—Submitted by Jerray Brown, a parent

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Posted August 21, 2007
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My daughter goes there and she's deaf and the staff there are great with her and she loves her school
—Submitted by Quiera, a parent

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Posted November 8, 2006
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The Phoenix is a community school based on H.O.T.S (higher order thinking skills). In our school we have the most dedicated to teaching staff; this includes teachers and Instructional assistants in the area. We students at The Phoenix know that we are not only being taught to meet the standards based on the state tests, but in preparation for the next grade. You can never learn too much in one grade and that is why our wonderful teachers never stop teaching. Even after we have taken the state tests we are pushed even harder to make sure that we are well prepared for our following grade. There is a policy at The Phoenix that the students shouldn't stop asking their teachers questions about a subject until they fully understand it. We are reminded every morning that through courage, hard work, and persistence, that we will achieve our every goal! P.C.L.C
—Submitted by Aniya McDonald, a student

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Posted July 5, 2004
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The PCLC is indeed 'That Good School'. The entire staff is dedicated to the success of all the students. The discipline is fair and individualized. This is a great school in which the children are loved and encouraged.
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PCLC is on the cutting edge of education for the new millenium. The curriculum and focus on learning is exemplary and the dedication to achievement is unequalled in the southern Ohio area.
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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 82% in 2011.

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
44%

2009

 
 
49%

2008

 
 
44%

2007

 
 
74%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 80% in 2011.

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
53%

2009

 
 
64%

2008

 
 
59%

2007

 
 
66%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2011.

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
73%

2009

 
 
50%

2008

 
 
82%

2007

 
 
59%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
76%

2009

 
 
63%

2008

 
 
76%

2007

 
 
68%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 66% in 2011.

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
39%

2009

 
 
30%

2008

 
 
41%

2007

 
 
33%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 74% in 2011.

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
61%

2009

 
 
68%

2008

 
 
82%

2007

 
 
81%
Science

The state average for Science was 71% in 2011.

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
71%

2009

 
 
45%

2008

 
 
18%

2007

 
 
36%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2011.

2011

 
 
66%

2010

 
 
65%

2009

 
 
71%

2008

 
 
86%

2007

 
 
58%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 86% in 2011.

2011

 
 
76%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
80%

2008

 
 
79%

2007

 
 
76%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 75% in 2011.

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
69%

2009

 
 
44%

2008

 
 
76%

2007

 
 
63%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 77% in 2011.

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
75%

2008

 
 
33%

2007

 
 
90%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 74% in 2011.

2011

 
 
62%

2010

 
 
39%

2009

 
 
57%

2008

 
 
52%

2007

 
 
53%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
67%

2009

 
 
59%

2008

 
 
85%

2007

 
 
81%
Science

The state average for Science was 67% in 2011.

2011

 
 
59%

2010

 
 
36%

2009

 
 
9%

2008

 
 
21%

2007

 
 
25%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

All Students85%
Female88%
Male83%
Black, non-Hispanic85%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged84%
Non-disabled86%

Reading

All Students90%
Female88%
Male91%
Black, non-Hispanic90%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged92%
Non-disabled92%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Ohio Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

All Students71%
Female80%
Male60%
Black, non-Hispanic71%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged74%
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-disabled71%

Reading

All Students77%
Female80%
Male73%
Black, non-Hispanic77%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged81%
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-disabled77%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Ohio Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

All Students61%
Female80%
Male38%
Black, non-Hispanic61%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged59%
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-disabled63%

Reading

All Students75%
Female80%
Male69%
Black, non-Hispanic75%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged75%
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-disabled78%

Science

All Students61%
Female75%
Male44%
Black, non-Hispanic61%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged56%
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-disabled63%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Ohio Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

All Students66%
Female65%
Male67%
Black, non-Hispanic66%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged65%
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Disabledn/a
Non-disabled75%

Reading

All Students76%
Female83%
Male67%
Black, non-Hispanic76%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged77%
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Disabledn/a
Non-disabled91%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Ohio Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

All Students61%
Female64%
Male54%
Black, non-Hispanic61%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged59%
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-disabled66%

Reading

All Students71%
Female68%
Male77%
Black, non-Hispanic71%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged68%
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-disabled80%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Ohio Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

All Students62%
Female67%
Male56%
Black, non-Hispanic62%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged64%
Not economically disadvantaged57%
Non-disabled59%

Reading

All Students92%
Female>95%
Male89%
Black, non-Hispanic92%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged92%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Non-disabled>95%

Science

All Students59%
Female57%
Male61%
Black, non-Hispanic59%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged60%
Not economically disadvantaged57%
Non-disabled65%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Ohio Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

In 2010-2011, this school received an Overall Rating of "Above Expected Growth".

Math

Reading

Grade 4MetMet
Grade 5MetMet
Grade 6MetMet
Grade 7MetAbove
Grade 8BelowAbove

About the tests

In 2010-2011, the Ohio Department of Education used the Value-Added Measure to show how much growth students made on the Ohio Achievement Test since the last school year. The state expects that student test scores will show an average year's worth of growth compared to test scores from the previous year. Ohio's Value-Added Measure is not the same as Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP), a federal measure which uses different criteria.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

 
88 (2011)
 
82 (2010)
 
72 (2009)
 
80 (2008)
0
60
120

About the tests

Ohio uses the Performance Index to provide an overall indication of how well students perform on its standardized tests each year. The Performance Index scores are based upon how well each student does on all tested subjects in grades 3 through 8 and 10. Schools and districts earn anywhere from 1.2 points for each student scoring at the advanced level to zero points for each untested student. The Performance Index ranges between 0 and 120, with 100 as the statewide goal for all students.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 99% 16%
Two or more races 1% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Asian 0% 2%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Hispanic 0% 3%
White 0% 74%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Economically disadvantaged students 83%N/A36%
Students with disabilities 7%N/A14%
Source: OH Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Attendance

  This school District averageState average
Attendance rate 95%N/A94%
Source: OH Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 16N/A18
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Bachelor's degree or higher 100%N/A99%
Master's degree or higher 47%N/A59%
Source: OH Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Temporary teaching certificate 0%N/AN/A
Fully certified 100%N/A98%
Source: OH Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

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  • Ms. Elaine M. Wilson
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  • (513) 351-5809

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  • Title I Schoolwide program (SWP)
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