Excel High School, a Union County NJ high school, ranked #710 in the state in 2023, improving from #766 in 2022 and #838 in 2021, showing a positive trend in overall ranking.
Math proficiency was 24% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, though it outperformed the district's 18%; reading proficiency was 37%, lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency was 32%, approximately equal to the state average of 38%.
Enrollment remained stable around 1,015 students with a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, and minority enrollment was 28%, reflecting demographic consistency.
The school served grades Pre–K through 12 with 54 teachers, and 62% of students qualified for free lunch, indicating a substantial low–income student population.
Graduation rates held between 85% and 89% recently, slightly below the state average of 88%, positioning in the bottom 50% statewide for graduation performance.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,010 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Excel High School's student population of 1,010 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,010 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Excel High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Excel High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#710 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
21%
31%
White
71%
50%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Excel High School's ranking?
Excel High School is ranked #710 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Excel High School often compared to?
Excel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J U Blacksher School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Excel High School?
The graduation rate of Excel High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Excel High School?
1,010 students attend Excel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Excel High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Excel High School?
Excel High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Excel High School offer ?
Excel High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Excel High School part of?
Excel High School is part of Monroe County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The teachers are very caring and willing to help. Except for a certain geometry teacher.....not naming names.
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