Serving 301 students in grades 9-12, Excel High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Excel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Excel High School's student population of 301 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
301 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Excel High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Excel High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1299 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Asian
18%
8%
Hispanic
34%
26%
Black
37%
10%
White
7%
51%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Excel High School's ranking?
Excel High School is ranked #1299 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Excel High School?
The graduation rate of Excel High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Excel High School?
301 students attend Excel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Excel High School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Excel High School?
Excel High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Excel High School offer ?
Excel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Excel High School part of?
Excel High School is part of Boston School District.
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