Serving 208 students in grades 9-12, Focus Learning Of Southwest Columbus ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 25-29% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Focus Learning Of Southwest Columbus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Focus Learning Of Southwest Columbus's student population of 208 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Focus Learning Of Southwest Columbus ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Focus Learning Of Southwest Columbus is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2250 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
30%
17%
White
57%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
25-29%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Focus Learning Of Southwest Columbus's ranking?
Focus Learning Of Southwest Columbus is ranked #2250 out of 3,137 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Focus Learning Of Southwest Columbus?
The graduation rate of Focus Learning Of Southwest Columbus is 25-29%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Focus Learning Of Southwest Columbus?
208 students attend Focus Learning Of Southwest Columbus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Focus Learning Of Southwest Columbus students are White, 30% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Focus Learning Of Southwest Columbus?
Focus Learning Of Southwest Columbus has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Focus Learning Of Southwest Columbus offer ?
Focus Learning Of Southwest Columbus offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Focus Learning Of Southwest Columbus part of?
Focus Learning Of Southwest Columbus is part of Focus Learning Academy Of Southwest Columbus School District.
In what neighborhood is Focus Learning Of Southwest Columbus located?
Focus Learning Of Southwest 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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