Serving 223 students in grades 6-12, Excel Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Excel Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Excel Academy's student population of 223 students has grown by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Excel Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Excel Academy is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2190 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
79%
36%
White
6%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Excel Academy's ranking?
Excel Academy is ranked #2190 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Excel Academy?
The graduation rate of Excel Academy is 21-39%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Excel Academy?
223 students attend Excel Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Excel Academy students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Excel Academy?
Excel Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Excel Academy offer ?
Excel Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Excel Academy part of?
Excel Academy is part of Henry County School District.
School Reviews
4 1/5/2021
Great teachers, actually care about the students compared to the other Henry County schools. Very kind and considerate and will allow you to get to know them. Fun and comfortable environment. Made out to be worse than what it really is.
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