Serving 23 students in grades 2-12, 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 46%). 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 8:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- 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 23 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
23 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Isd 728 Focus/journey ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Isd 728 Focus/journey is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#673 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
78%
60%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
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 #673 out of 1,773 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 46% 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?
23 students attend Isd 728 Focus/journey.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Isd 728 Focus/journey students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Isd 728 Focus/journey?
Isd 728 Focus/journey has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Isd 728 Focus/journey offer ?
Isd 728 Focus/journey offers enrollment in grades 2-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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