Serving 784 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Excel Charter Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 784 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Excel Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
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Excel Charter Academy's student population of 784 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
784 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
Excel Charter Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Excel Charter Academy is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#271 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
30%
18%
White
37%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Excel Charter Academy is ranked #271 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Excel Charter Academy often compared to?
Excel Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Challenger Elementary School, Cross Creek Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Excel Charter Academy?
784 students attend Excel Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Excel Charter Academy students are White, 30% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Excel Charter Academy?
Excel Charter Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Excel Charter Academy offer ?
Excel Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Excel Charter Academy part of?
Excel Charter Academy is part of Excel Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Excel Charter Academy located?
Excel Charter Academy is located in the Millbrook neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Millbrook.
School Reviews麻豆果冻传媒>5 7/5/2024I love Excel because I have been going there for 5 years and I love it my mom said I'm going there till 8th grade and I'm sure I will have a great time for the rest of the time I'm going there. I hope nothing changes because I love love love Excel just the way it is. I hope all the same teachers still go there until I go to 8th grade. and Mrs. Metz if you saw this just know I love love love you no matter what love you all at Excel staff I do know and don't love love love you all and can't wait to start in August and no matter how much any of you guys chance just now I love you - Ava .M GridironReview Excel Charter Academy. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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I love Excel because I have been going there for 5 years and I love it my mom said I'm going there till 8th grade and I'm sure I will have a great time for the rest of the time I'm going there. I hope nothing changes because I love love love Excel just the way it is. I hope all the same teachers still go there until I go to 8th grade. and Mrs. Metz if you saw this just know I love love love you no matter what love you all at Excel staff I do know and don't love love love you all and can't wait to start in August and no matter how much any of you guys chance just now I love you - Ava .M Gridiron
Review Excel Charter Academy. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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