Serving 385 students in grades 9-12, Excel Center - Michigan Street ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 39:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 39:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Excel Center - Michigan Street's student population of 385 students has declined by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 83% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Excel Center - Michigan Street ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Excel Center - Michigan Street is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#479 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
39:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
66%
14%
White
10%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)9%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Excel Center - Michigan Street's ranking?
Excel Center - Michigan Street is ranked #479 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Excel Center - Michigan Street?
The graduation rate of Excel Center - Michigan Street is 9%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Excel Center - Michigan Street?
385 students attend Excel Center - Michigan Street.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Excel Center - Michigan Street students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Excel Center - Michigan Street?
Excel Center - Michigan Street has a student ration of 39:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Excel Center - Michigan Street offer ?
Excel Center - Michigan Street offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Excel Center - Michigan Street part of?
Excel Center - Michigan Street is part of Excel Center - Michigan Street School District.
In what neighborhood is Excel Center - Michigan Street located?
Excel Center - Michigan Street is located in the Near Westside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 3 other public schools located in Near Westside.
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