Serving 166 students in grades 9-12, Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 35-39% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus's student population of 166 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3123 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
67%
17%
White
24%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
35-39%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
37%
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 Academy Of Southeastern Columbus's ranking?
Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus is ranked #3123 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus often compared to?
Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbusis often viewed alongside schools like Arts & College Preparatory Academy, Columbus Downtown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus?
The graduation rate of Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus is 35-39%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus?
166 students attend Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus students are Black, 24% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus?
Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus offer ?
Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus part of?
Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus is part of Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus School District.
In what neighborhood is Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern Columbus located?
Focus Learning Academy Of Southeastern 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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