Serving 445 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Excel Academy Charter School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Excel Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Excel Academy Charter School's student population of 445 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Rankings
Excel Academy Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Excel Academy Charter School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#396 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
15%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
74%
49%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Excel Academy Charter School's ranking?
Excel Academy Charter School is ranked #396 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Excel Academy Charter School?
445 students attend Excel Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Excel Academy Charter School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Excel Academy Charter School?
Excel Academy Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Excel Academy Charter School offer ?
Excel Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Excel Academy Charter School part of?
Excel Academy Charter School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Excel Academy Charter School located?
Excel Academy Charter School is located in the Lakecrest neighborhood of Arvada, CO.
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