Serving 20 students in grades 3-12, Isd 728 Focus/journey ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota 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 higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Isd 728 Focus/journey ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Isd 728 Focus/journey's student population of 20 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Isd 728 Focus/journey ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Isd 728 Focus/journey is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#695 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
15%
11%
Black
5%
12%
White
65%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Isd 728 Focus/journey's ranking?
Isd 728 Focus/journey is ranked #695 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Isd 728 Focus/journey?
20 students attend Isd 728 Focus/journey.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Isd 728 Focus/journey students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Isd 728 Focus/journey?
Isd 728 Focus/journey has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Isd 728 Focus/journey offer ?
Isd 728 Focus/journey offers enrollment in grades 3-12
What school district is Isd 728 Focus/journey part of?
Isd 728 Focus/journey is part of Elk River Public School District.
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