EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY school district, located in MISSION, TX with about 231 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 19 teachers, EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (ELA) is a public charter school system located in Mission, Texas, dedicated to fostering academic growth and character development in its students. As a charter institution, the school operates with a focused mission to provide an alternative educational environment that emphasizes leadership skills, community responsibility, and rigorous academic standards. By offering a smaller, more personalized setting, the academy aims to bridge educational gaps and ensure that students from diverse backgrounds have the resources and support necessary to succeed both in the classroom and in their future professional endeavors.

The curriculum at ELA is designed to be well-rounded, balancing core subjects like mathematics, science, and literacy with a strong emphasis on leadership training. The school prioritizes a culture of discipline and goal-setting, encouraging students to take ownership of their learning and participate actively in their school community. Through its commitment to high expectations and faculty mentorship, the EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY seeks to empower students to become proactive, informed, and capable leaders in the Rio Grande Valley and beyond.

For more information, contact EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY at (956) 424-9504 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.