EXCEL ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
EXCEL ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL is a public charter school that is part of the Jefferson County School District No. R-1 school district, located in ARVADA, CO with about 518 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 29 teachers, EXCEL ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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 ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL, located in Arvada, Colorado, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students in grades K-8. The school distinguishes itself through a rigorous, content-rich Core Knowledge curriculum, which emphasizes a structured academic foundation in subjects such as history, science, literature, and the arts. By focusing on a well-rounded education, the school aims to develop students' critical thinking skills and foster a strong sense of civic responsibility and academic excellence.
Beyond its academic rigor, Excel Academy places a significant focus on building a character-based school culture. The institution integrates the "Character First" program, which teaches students core values like integrity, respect, and perseverance. With a community-oriented approach, the school encourages parental involvement and maintains a dedicated focus on preparing students for success in high school and beyond by balancing academic achievement with the development of strong personal character.
For more information, contact EXCEL ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL at (303) 467-2295 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
ARVADA, CO 80005-5272
(303) 467-2295
EXCEL ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL is a public Charter school in ARVADA, CO with about 518 enrolled students. See other public other schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Other
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
Jefferson County School District No. R-1 - District:
- Jefferson County School District No. R-1
- Total Students:
- 518
- Teachers:
- 29.32
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- 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 518 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending EXCEL ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 77% of the student body.
- White
- 77.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 14.9%
- Two or more races
- 3.5%
- Asian
- 2.9%
- Black or African American
- 1.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 44.2%
- Male
- 55.8%
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.