Serving 721 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Focus Learning Academy Of Northern 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 29% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus's student population of 721 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
721 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2440 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
99%
17%
White
1%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus's ranking?
Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus is ranked #2440 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus often compared to?
Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbusis often viewed alongside schools like Ohio Achievement Charter Schools Inc. Dba Millennium Commun, Columbus Arts & Technology Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus?
721 students attend Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus?
Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus offer ?
Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus part of?
Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus is part of Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus School District.
In what neighborhood is Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus located?
Focus Learning Academy Of Northern Columbus is located in the Northland neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 25 other public schools located in Northland.
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