Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Adult Education
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Adult Education
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
72 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of The Excel Center is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
70%
19%
White
16%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
4%
58%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend The Excel Center?
72 students attend The Excel Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of The Excel Center students are Black, 16% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does The Excel Center offer ?
The Excel Center offers enrollment in grades Adult Education (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is The Excel Center part of?
The Excel Center is part of The Excel Center School District.
In what neighborhood is The Excel Center located?
The Excel Center is located in the Upper Baseline neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 3 other public schools located in Upper Baseline.
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