Focus Beyond serves 237 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 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Focus Beyond ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Focus Beyond's student population of 237 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Focus Beyond is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
65%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
24%
7%
Hispanic
16%
10%
Black
30%
12%
White
22%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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?
237 students attend Focus Beyond.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Focus Beyond students are Black, 24% of students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Focus Beyond offer ?
Focus Beyond offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Focus Beyond part of?
Focus Beyond is part of St. Paul Public School District.
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