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ISD 728 Focus/journey
School · Elk River Public School District
948 PROCTOR RD, Elk River, MN 55330
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
1st – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Academic performance
7.2 / 10
Strong
About ISD 728 Focus/journey
ISD 728 Focus/journey is a public school in Elk River, MN, part of the Elk River Public School District. The school serves approximately 21 students in grades 1st – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 7:1. Students demonstrate 15% proficiency in math and 22% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $111,481, where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 21 students, ISD 728 Focus/journey is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 7:1, ISD 728 Focus/journey offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 21 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Address
- 948 PROCTOR RD, Elk River, MN 55330
- Phone
- (763) 241-3400
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 10% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 30% (2019) to 25% (2022).
Location
948 PROCTOR RD, Elk River, MN 55330
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering ISD 728 Focus/journey may also want to explore other schools in the area. MEADOWVALE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away). Another option is PARKER ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away). Additionally, Three Rivers Montessori School (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away). For more schools in Elk River, see our Elk River schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VANDENBERGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Elk River | 0.0 mi | 3.3 |
| IVAN SAND COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Elk River | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| FAIRVIEW PROGRAM Elk River | 0.1 mi | — |
| Ivan Sand Middle School ALC Elk River | 0.1 mi | — |
| ELK RIVER SENIOR HIGH Elk River | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Handke Center- EC Special Education Elk River | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| SALK MIDDLE SCHOOL Elk River | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Elk River | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ST ANDREW CATHOLIC SCHOOL Elk River | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| PARKER ELEMENTARY Elk River | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| MEADOWVALE ELEMENTARY Elk River | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| ELK RIVER DISTRICT SHARED TIME PROG Elk River | 1.0 mi | — |
| C.O.M.P.A.S.S. Elk River | 1.0 mi | — |
| Online728 High School Elk River | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Online728 Elementary School Elk River | 1.0 mi | — |
| Online728 Middle School Elk River | 1.0 mi | — |
| SPECTRUM HIGH SCHOOL Elk River | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Spectrum Middle School - Grades 7-8 Elk River | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 Elk River | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Three Rivers Montessori School Elk River | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55330 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,481
Median Home Value
$355,200
Median Rent
$1,356/mo
Population
45,080
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
84.3%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Median Age
37.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding ISD 728 Focus/journey has a median household income of $111,481. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $355,200, with a median rent of $1,356/month. The local poverty rate of 2.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about ISD 728 Focus/journey
What grades does ISD 728 Focus/journey serve?
ISD 728 Focus/journey serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend ISD 728 Focus/journey?
ISD 728 Focus/journey has an enrollment of approximately 21 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at ISD 728 Focus/journey?
The student-teacher ratio at ISD 728 Focus/journey is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at ISD 728 Focus/journey?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, ISD 728 Focus/journey has 15.0% math proficiency and 21.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is ISD 728 Focus/journey a charter school?
No, ISD 728 Focus/journey is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is ISD 728 Focus/journey a Title I school?
No, ISD 728 Focus/journey is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for ISD 728 Focus/journey?
71.4% of students at ISD 728 Focus/journey 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
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,096/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Elk River). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 21
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.4%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sherburne County
- Phone
- (763) 241-3400
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Elk River Public School District- District Enrollment
- 14,352
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,958
Other Schools in This District
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