Serving 1,379 students in grades 5-12, Excel Academy Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 1,379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Excel Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Excel Academy Charter School's student population of 1,379 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 128 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,379 students
Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing students to succeed in high school and college.
School Rankings
Excel Academy Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Excel Academy Charter School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#814 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
81%
26%
Black
5%
10%
White
12%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Excel Academy Charter School's ranking?
Excel Academy Charter School is ranked #814 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Excel Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Excel Academy Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Excel Academy Charter School?
1,379 students attend Excel Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Excel Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Excel Academy Charter School?
Excel Academy Charter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Excel Academy Charter School offer ?
Excel Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Excel Academy Charter School part of?
Excel Academy Charter School is part of Excel Academy Charter School District.
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