Serving 1,069 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Excel Academy Charter ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,069 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Excel Academy Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Excel Academy Charter's student population of 1,069 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,069 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Rankings
Excel Academy Charter ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Excel Academy Charter is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1531 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Excel Academy Charter's ranking?
Excel Academy Charter is ranked #1531 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Excel Academy Charter?
The graduation rate of Excel Academy Charter is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Excel Academy Charter?
1,069 students attend Excel Academy Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Excel Academy Charter students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Excel Academy Charter?
Excel Academy Charter has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Excel Academy Charter offer ?
Excel Academy Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Excel Academy Charter part of?
Excel Academy Charter is part of Excel Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Excel Academy Charter located?
Excel Academy Charter is located in the Irvine Technology Center neighborhood of Irvine, CA.
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