THE EXCEL CENTER (FOR ADULTS)
THE EXCEL CENTER (FOR ADULTS) is a public charter high school that is part of the THE EXCEL CENTER (FOR ADULTS) school district, located in AUSTIN, TX with about 196 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade.
The Excel Center in Austin, Texas, is a specialized high school designed specifically for adults (ages 18–50) who previously left the traditional school system without earning a diploma. Operated by Goodwill Central Texas, the school removes the barriers typically faced by adult learners by providing a tuition-free, flexible environment that focuses on both academic achievement and career readiness. The program is designed to help students earn a state-accredited high school diploma rather than a GED, which often provides more competitive opportunities for higher education and professional advancement.
Beyond academics, The Excel Center distinguishes itself by offering comprehensive support services that recognize the unique challenges of adult students. This includes on-site child care for parents, flexible scheduling to accommodate work and family responsibilities, and personalized coaching to help students navigate their coursework. Furthermore, the school integrates career training and industry-recognized certifications into the curriculum, ensuring that graduates leave not only with a diploma but also with the practical skills and vocational qualifications needed to secure stable, high-growth employment in the Austin area.
For more information, contact THE EXCEL CENTER (FOR ADULTS) at (512) 531-5500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
AUSTIN, TX 78753
(512) 531-5500
THE EXCEL CENTER (FOR ADULTS) is a public Charter school in AUSTIN, TX with about 196 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
-
High School
(Alternative Education School)
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
COMMISSIONER OF EDUCATION - District:
- THE EXCEL CENTER (FOR ADULTS)
- Total Students:
- 196
- Teachers:
- 0
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 196 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 56.6%
- White
- 19.9%
- Black or African American
- 18.4%
- Asian
- 4.1%
- Two or more races
- 1.0%
- Female
- 80.1%
- Male
- 19.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.