Serving 434 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 43% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). 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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 43% (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 434 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
434 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Excel Academy Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Excel Academy Charter School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#398 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
2%
3%

Hispanic
16%
36%

Black
1%
5%

White
75%
50%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Excel Academy Charter School's ranking?
Excel Academy Charter School is ranked #398 out of 1,779 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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?
434 students attend Excel Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Excel Academy Charter School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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
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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