Focus Middle School serves 21 students in grades 6-8.
Minority enrollment was 53% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
21 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
48%
7%
White
47%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
35%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Focus Middle School?
21 students attend Focus Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Focus Middle School students are Black, 47% of students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Focus Middle School offer ?
Focus Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Focus Middle School part of?
Focus Middle School is part of Des Moines Independent Community School District.
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