Serving 57 students in grades 6-11, Excel Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-11
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Excel Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Excel Academy's student population of 57 students has declined by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
Total Students
57 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Excel Academy is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)6-9%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
70%
36%
White
14%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Excel Academy?
The graduation rate of Excel Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Excel Academy?
57 students attend Excel Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Excel Academy students are Black, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Excel Academy?
Excel Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Excel Academy offer ?
Excel Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-11
What school district is Excel Academy part of?
Excel Academy is part of Henry County School District.
School Reviews
4 1/5/2021
Great teachers, actually care about the students compared to the other Henry County schools. Very kind and considerate and will allow you to get to know them. Fun and comfortable environment. Made out to be worse than what it really is.
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