Serving 213 students in grades 6-12, 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: EXCEL Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Mcdonough, GA, covering approximately 326.5 square miles, with most families typically driving 15-20 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the zone's edge is about 9.6 miles, while the furthest boundary extends up to 15.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Excel Academy's student population of 213 students has grown by 475% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
213 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Excel Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Excel Academy is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2181 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
73%
36%
White
10%
34%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
84.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Excel Academy's ranking?
Excel Academy is ranked #2181 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Excel Academy?
The graduation rate of Excel Academy is 60-69%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Excel Academy?
213 students attend Excel Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Excel Academy students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Excel Academy?
Excel Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Excel Academy offer ?
Excel Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Excel Academy part of?
Excel Academy is part of Henry County School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
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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