Focus Beyond serves 202 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 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Focus Beyond's student population of 202 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Focus Beyond is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
65%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
20%
7%
Hispanic
16%
11%
Black
37%
12%
White
18%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
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, Great River School 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?
202 students attend Focus Beyond.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Focus Beyond students are Black, 20% of students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Focus Beyond?
Focus Beyond has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower 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 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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