Excel Academy serves 196 students in grades 6-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 33:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 33:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Excel Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Excel Academy's student population of 196 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
196 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Excel Academy is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
33:1
17:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
12%
31%
White
81%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Excel Academy?
196 students attend Excel Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Excel Academy students are White, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Excel Academy?
Excel Academy has a student ration of 33:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Excel Academy offer ?
Excel Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Excel Academy part of?
Excel Academy is part of Calhoun County School District.
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