Serving 428 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Excel Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Excel Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Excel Academy's student population of 428 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
428 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Excel Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Excel Academy is 0.04, 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
#162 out of 212 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
17%
Black
98%
65%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Excel Academy's ranking?
Excel Academy is ranked #162 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Excel Academy?
428 students attend Excel Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Excel Academy students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Excel Academy?
Excel Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Excel Academy offer ?
Excel Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Excel Academy part of?
Excel Academy is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Excel Academy located?
Excel Academy is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 48 other public schools located in Southeast Washington.
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