EXCEL PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL

Excel Public Charter School is a Title I public charter middle school with about 160 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 9th 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 15 teachers, Excel Public Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Excel Public Charter School, located in Kent, Washington, is a tuition-free public school serving students in grades 6 through 12. It operates as part of the Green Dot Public Schools network, a non-profit organization dedicated to closing the achievement gap by providing high-quality educational opportunities in historically underserved communities. The school’s mission focuses on preparing all students for success in college, leadership, and life by maintaining high academic expectations and fostering a supportive, personalized school culture.

The school emphasizes a rigorous curriculum combined with robust student support systems to ensure that every learner receives the attention they need to thrive. By utilizing a "college-ready" framework, Excel Public Charter School works to cultivate critical thinking, character development, and academic resilience. Because it is a public charter school, it remains open to all students regardless of zip code or background, prioritizing small class sizes and a close-knit community atmosphere to help students navigate the transition from middle school through high school graduation.

For more information, contact Excel Public Charter School at (253) 487-7530 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.