Focus Beyond serves 212 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 65%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Focus Beyond's student population of 212 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
212 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Focus Beyond is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
65%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
22%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Focus Beyond often compared to?
Focus Beyondis often viewed alongside schools like St. Paul School Of Northern Lights by visitors of our site.
What is the graduation rate of Focus Beyond?
The graduation rate of Focus Beyond is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Focus Beyond?
212 students attend Focus Beyond.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Focus Beyond students are Black, 22% of students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Focus Beyond?
Focus Beyond has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Focus Beyond offer ?
Focus Beyond offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Focus Beyond part of?
Focus Beyond is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Focus Beyond located?
Focus Beyond is located in the West Seventh Fort Road neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 21 other public schools located in West Seventh Fort Road.
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