Serving 477 students in grades 9-12, Focus Learning Academy Of Southwestern Columbus ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 25-29% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Focus Learning Academy Of Southwestern Columbus's student population of 477 students has grown by 139% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Focus Learning Academy Of Southwestern Columbus ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Focus Learning Academy Of Southwestern Columbus is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3130 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
54%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
63%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
25-29%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)95.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Falcons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Focus Learning Academy Of Southwestern Columbus's ranking?
Focus Learning Academy Of Southwestern Columbus is ranked #3130 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Focus Learning Academy Of Southwestern Columbus?
The graduation rate of Focus Learning Academy Of Southwestern Columbus is 25-29%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Focus Learning Academy Of Southwestern Columbus?
477 students attend Focus Learning Academy Of Southwestern Columbus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Focus Learning Academy Of Southwestern Columbus students are White, 32% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Focus Learning Academy Of Southwestern Columbus offer ?
Focus Learning Academy Of Southwestern Columbus offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Focus Learning Academy Of Southwestern Columbus part of?
Focus Learning Academy Of Southwestern Columbus is part of Focus Learning Academy Of Southwestern Columbus School District.
In what neighborhood is Focus Learning Academy Of Southwestern Columbus located?
Focus Learning Academy Of Southwestern Columbus is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 43 other public schools located in South Columbus.
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