Very Good
#391 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 20% in state
Focus Beyond
High School · Saint Paul Public Schools
340 COLBORNE ST, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#391 of 1,992
In Saint Paul
#18 of 125
public schools
In district
#7 of 68
Saint Paul Public Schools
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Focus Beyond
Focus Beyond is a public high school in Saint Paul, MN, part of Saint Paul Public Schools. Focus Beyond serves approximately 198 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Focus Beyond has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #391 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Focus Beyond show 25% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.1
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 198 students, Focus Beyond is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9:1 students to teachers, Focus Beyond sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Focus Beyond — Students at Focus Beyond score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2008-09)
Based on 1 test record from MN state assessments. About our data
How Focus Beyond Compares
See how Focus Beyond performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
340 COLBORNE ST, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Focus Beyond may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NOVA CLASSICAL ACADEMY UPPER SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JOURNEYS SECONDARY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ALC Gateway to College (rated 5.4/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Saint Paul, see our Saint Paul schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,143
Median Home Value
$280,400
Median Rent
$1,295/mo
Population
19,565
College Educated
55.1%
Homeownership
46%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
39.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Focus Beyond
What grades does Focus Beyond serve?
Focus Beyond serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Focus Beyond?
Focus Beyond has an enrollment of approximately 198 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Focus Beyond?
The student-teacher ratio at Focus Beyond is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Focus Beyond rank in MN?
Focus Beyond ranks #391 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Focus Beyond's MySchoolScout rating?
Focus Beyond has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Focus Beyond?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Focus Beyond has 25% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts).
Is Focus Beyond a charter school?
No, Focus Beyond is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Focus Beyond a Title I school?
No, Focus Beyond is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Focus Beyond?
81.3% of students at Focus Beyond qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 198
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.3%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Ramsey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.1%
- Phone
- (651) 293-5997
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
Saint Paul Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 32,145
- Schools in District
- 102
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,634
- District Rank
- #7 of 68
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