Serving 110 students in grades 6-12, Focus Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school / Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Focus Academy's student population of 110 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
110 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Education Meets Life.℠
School Rankings
Focus Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Focus Academy is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3372 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
Focus Academy began in 2012 as the dream of a small group of
parents of children with special needs: a school wheretheir
children would feel valued, supported, and not just encouraged, but
expected to succeed. A school where their children's strengths were
recognized, where they were prepared not just for academic
success, but for a full and satisfying future with meaningful work,
social success, and lifelong friendships. Focus Academy is built on
that dream. And through collaboration and a sense of partnership
with parents and families, Focus Academy enables each student to
make that dream their reality.
Our mission:
Our mission:
- To provide our students with an educational community where they feel valued, supported and successful
- To create a learning environment where success is expected
- To provide our students with rich and varied opportunities for individual development; social interaction and connection; relationship building and social emotional growth
- To provide our students with the necessary tools to move beyond the classroom and to become active members of the community
- To prepare our students to live the most independent and meaningful lives possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Focus Academy's ranking?
Focus Academy is ranked #3372 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Focus Academy often compared to?
Focus Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Florida Autism Charter School Of Excellence, Oak Park School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Focus Academy?
The graduation rate of Focus Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Focus Academy?
110 students attend Focus Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Focus Academy students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 27% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Focus Academy?
Focus Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Focus Academy offer ?
Focus Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Focus Academy part of?
Focus Academy is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school has helped my kid in a short period. We''re not even a year into this school and my kid has blossomed, the sensitivity is slowly getting overcome, my kid''s memory has tremendously improved (guess it''s how the teachers approach their student's learning style), and confidence shoots up the roof. I am more than happy we found this school and got accepted. I look forward to many more years to be with this school.
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