Excel School serves 13 students in grades 6-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Excel School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Excel School's student population of 13 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
13 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Excel School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
15%
15%
White
77%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)<50%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
41%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Excel School?
The graduation rate of Excel School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Excel School?
13 students attend Excel School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Excel School students are White, 15% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Excel School?
Excel School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Excel School offer ?
Excel School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Excel School part of?
Excel School is part of Division Of Youth Service School District.
In what neighborhood is Excel School located?
Excel School is located in the Fassnight neighborhood of Springfield, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Fassnight.
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