Focus Learning Academy: Empowering Students to Achieve Academic Success
Focus Learning Academy is a network of charter schools in Ohio dedicated to providing students who have faced challenges in traditional school settings with a supportive and effective alternative to complete their high school education. Categorized as “Drop-Out Recovery” schools by the State of Ohio, Focus Learning Academies offer a path for students who have struggled or had to withdraw from their education due to various life circumstances. With a proven track record spanning nearly two decades, Focus aims to help students earn their high school diplomas on their terms and schedules.
A Focus on Individualized Learning
Focus Learning Academies employ a unique approach that combines online curriculum with core content pull-out classes, allowing for personalized instruction. This model enables certified and highly qualified teachers to provide one-on-one interaction with students in both classroom and lab settings. Focus East and Focus West cater to students aged freshman to 22. Focus schools are state-funded charter schools.
Locations and Board Meetings
Focus Learning Academy operates several campuses in the Columbus, Ohio area:
- Focus East & Focus West: Located at 4480 Refugee Rd., Columbus, OH 43232. Their boards meet the third Wednesday of each month at approximately noon (East) and 12:45pm (West) in the Second Floor Media Arts Lab.
- Focus North High School: Located at 4807 Evanswood Drive, Columbus, OH 43229. The board meets the third Thursday of each month at approximately 4:30pm in the second floor cafeteria.
Board meetings are open to the public, and additional information can be obtained by calling 614.
Focus Learning Academy of Northern Columbus: A Closer Look
Focus Learning Academy of Northern Columbus (FLANC) is a charter school located in a large city setting. The school serves grades K-8. The academy strives to provide a learning environment that allows each student to achieve its academic potential and excel in state testing standards.
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Key Statistics
- Student Population: 672
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Female Students: 54%
- Male Students: 46%
- Racial Demographics:
- White: 0.3%
- Black or African American: 99.4%
- Asian or Asian/Pacific Islander: 0.1%
- Two or more races: 0.1%
- Full-time Teachers: 39
- Percentage of Certified Full-time Teachers: 74%
- Full-time School Counselors: 1
Academic Performance
In Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus, 45% of students tested at or above the proficient level for reading, and 29% tested at or above that level for math. Focus Learning Academy of Northern Columbus did worse in math and worse in reading in this metric compared with students across the state. In Ohio, 57% of students tested at or above the proficient level for reading, and 53% tested at or above that level for math.
- Math Proficiency: 29% of students at or above proficient level
- Reading Proficiency: 45% of students at or above proficient level
Rankings
Focus Learning Academy of Northern Columbus's statewide rankings:
- Elementary School Reading Proficiency Rank: #1184 out of 1548
- Middle School Reading Proficiency Rank: #638 out of 975
- Elementary School Math Proficiency Rank: #1237
- Middle School Math Proficiency Rank: #793
- Elementary School Reading Performance: Well Above Expectations
- Middle School Reading Performance: Well Above Expectations
- Elementary School Math Performance: Well Above Expectations
- Middle School Math Performance: Somewhat Above Expectations
Focus Learning Academy of Southeastern Columbus
Focus Learning Academy of Southeastern Columbus is unranked in the National Rankings. Schools are ranked on their performance on state-required tests, graduation and how well they prepare students for college.
The Focus Difference
Focus Learning Academies stand out for their commitment to:
- Serving At-Risk Students: Providing a supportive environment for students who have struggled in traditional settings.
- Personalized Learning: Utilizing a combination of online curriculum and individualized instruction to meet each student's needs.
- Workforce Preparation: Equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary for future success, whether in the workforce or higher education.
- Flexible Scheduling: Allowing students to earn their high school diplomas on their own terms and schedules.
- Family-Like Support: Fostering a strong sense of community where staff members provide personalized support and guidance.
Enrollment and the Future
The 2025-2026 Focus school year applications are now available!
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