Serving 101 students in grades 9-12, Focus Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Focus Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Focus Academy's student population of 101 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
101 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Focus Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 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
#1738 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
33%
36%
Black
22%
21%
White
36%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #1738 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Focus Academy often compared to?
Focus Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Park School, Florida Autism Charter School Of Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while <50% 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 89%.
How many students attend Focus Academy?
101 students attend Focus Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Focus Academy students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Focus Academy?
Focus Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Focus Academy offer ?
Focus Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Focus Academy part of?
Focus Academy is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Reviews
5 1/21/2023
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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