227 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Excel Academy, located on S. Federal Blvd. in Denver, is a public school within the Denver Public Schools (DPS) district. It is widely recognized as an alternative educational setting specifically designed to provide a supportive, flexible, and personalized learning environment for students who may have struggled in traditional high school settings. The school’s primary mission is to help students overcome academic and personal barriers to ensure they stay on track for graduation, often serving those who are credit-deficient or in need of a non-traditional approach to their studies.
The school utilizes a model that emphasizes small class sizes, individualized attention, and a strong focus on student-teacher relationships to foster academic success. By offering a curriculum tailored to meet the specific needs of its diverse student body, Excel Academy aims to build the confidence and skills necessary for its students to earn their diplomas and transition successfully into post-secondary education or the workforce. The school is committed to creating a community where every student is provided with the resources and guidance required to reach their full potential despite previous academic challenges.
The school utilizes a model that emphasizes small class sizes, individualized attention, and a strong focus on student-teacher relationships to foster academic success. By offering a curriculum tailored to meet the specific needs of its diverse student body, Excel Academy aims to build the confidence and skills necessary for its students to earn their diplomas and transition successfully into post-secondary education or the workforce. The school is committed to creating a community where every student is provided with the resources and guidance required to reach their full potential despite previous academic challenges.
227
Total Students
12.3
Full-Time Teachers
18.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
85.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic | 208 |
| Black | 6 |
| Two or More | 1 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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Hispanic208 (92.0%)
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White9 (4.0%)
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Black6 (2.7%)
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American Indian2 (0.9%)
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Two or More1 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C |
| Phone: | (720)424-2250 |
| Website: | http://excelacademy.dpsk12.org/ |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 227 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 12.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 183 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 11 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
51
Grade 10
71
Grade 11
66
Grade 12
39
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 51 |
| Grade 10 | 71 |
| Grade 11 | 66 |
| Grade 12 | 39 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 112 | 49.3% |
| Male | 114 | 50.2% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0.5% |
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