XAVIER SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE

Xavier School of Excellence is a Title I public charter elementary school with about 192 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 9 teachers, Xavier School of Excellence has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The **Xavier School of Excellence**, located at 3423 S. Michigan St. in South Bend, Indiana, operates as a private, faith-based educational institution serving students from preschool through eighth grade. The school is deeply rooted in the Catholic tradition and functions as a ministry of the St. Adalbert and St. Casimir parishes. Its mission focuses on cultivating a rigorous academic environment while emphasizing spiritual development, moral character, and a strong sense of community service among its student body.

Academically, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, combining core curriculum standards with faith formation and extracurricular opportunities. By maintaining a smaller, community-focused setting, Xavier School of Excellence strives to provide personalized attention to its students, aiming to prepare them for success in high school and beyond. The institution is known for fostering a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to embody values of integrity, respect, and academic discipline within the South Bend area.

For more information, contact Xavier School of Excellence at (574) 231-6600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.