Serving 287 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Excelsior Prep Charter School Of Hialeah ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Excelsior Prep Charter School Of Hialeah ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Excelsior Prep Charter School Of Hialeah's student population of 287 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Excelsior Prep Charter School Of Hialeah ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Excelsior Prep Charter School Of Hialeah is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3493 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
98%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Excelsior Prep Charter School Of Hialeah's ranking?
Excelsior Prep Charter School Of Hialeah is ranked #3493 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Excelsior Prep Charter School Of Hialeah?
287 students attend Excelsior Prep Charter School Of Hialeah.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Excelsior Prep Charter School Of Hialeah students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Excelsior Prep Charter School Of Hialeah?
Excelsior Prep Charter School Of Hialeah has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Excelsior Prep Charter School Of Hialeah offer ?
Excelsior Prep Charter School Of Hialeah offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Excelsior Prep Charter School Of Hialeah part of?
Excelsior Prep Charter School Of Hialeah is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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