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Serving 123 students in grades 6-12, Focus Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Special education school / Magnet School / Charter School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 123 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : ≥80% (Btm 50% in FL)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 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:

School Overview

Focus Academy's student population of 123 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
123 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Focus Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#3263 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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21-39%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Focus Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
21-39%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Focus Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
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Hispanic
34%
37%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Focus Academy and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
21%
21%
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White
35%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Florida.
0.72
This chart displays the diversity score of Focus Academy and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
≥80%
87%
This chart displays graduation rate of Focus Academy and public school graduation rate of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Focus Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Focus Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: 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:
  • 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 #3263 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 21-39% 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 87%.
How many students attend Focus Academy?
123 students attend Focus Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Focus Academy students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Focus Academy?
Focus Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Focus Academy offer ?
Focus Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
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.
- Posted by Parent - Galant knight

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Special education school / Magnet School / Charter School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 123 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : ≥80% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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