Excel High School

Monroe County
3010 Hwy 136 W
Excel, AL 36439
1,010 Students
Other Pre-K - 12th
School Overview
Excel High School, located in Excel, Alabama, serves as a central educational hub for the local community as part of the Monroe County School District. The school provides a comprehensive academic program designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. Known for its small-town atmosphere, the school fosters a close-knit environment where students are encouraged to engage with their teachers and peers to achieve their academic goals.

Beyond its core curriculum, Excel High School places a strong emphasis on student development through various extracurricular activities and athletic programs. These opportunities are intended to build character, leadership, and school spirit, helping students develop into well-rounded individuals. By focusing on a balance of rigorous coursework and community involvement, the school strives to uphold the traditions of the Excel community while equipping its student body with the necessary tools to navigate an increasingly complex world.
1,010
Total Students
54.5
Full-Time Teachers
18.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
59.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    718 (71.1%)
  • Black
    212 (21.0%)
  • Two or More
    44 (4.4%)
  • Hispanic
    27 (2.7%)
  • American Indian
    8 (0.8%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Monroe County
Phone: (251)765-9146
Website: http://excel.al.mch.schoolinsites.com/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 12th
Total Students: 1,010
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 54.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 602
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 18
Kindergarten 81
Grade 1 61
Grade 2 72
Grade 3 71
Grade 4 71
Grade 5 62
Grade 6 91
Grade 7 78
Grade 8 82
Grade 9 75
Grade 10 81
Grade 11 95
Grade 12 72
Gender Ratio
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