Below Average
#396 of 433 private schools in GA
Excell Preparatory Center
Elementary School
5105 SALEM RD, Lithonia, GA 30038
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Georgia private schools
#396 of 433
In Lithonia
#2 of 4
public schools
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Excell Preparatory Center
Elementary School in Lithonia · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Excell Preparatory Center
Excell Preparatory Center is a private elementary school in Lithonia, GA. Excell Preparatory Center serves approximately 41 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Excell Preparatory Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #396 of 433 private schools in GA.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 41 students, Excell Preparatory Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Excell Preparatory Center is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Excell Preparatory Center compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Lithonia, GA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Excell Preparatory Center (this school) | 4.7 |
| Browns Mill Elementary School | 3.6 |
| Edward L. Bouie- Sr. Elementary School | 6.6 |
| Fairington Elementary School | 3.6 |
| Flat Rock Elementary School | 3.7 |
| Leadership Preparatory Academy | 6.3 |
| Murphey Candler Elementary School | 4.3 |
| Panola Way Elementary School | 3.7 |
| Marbut Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Stoneview Elementary School | 4.3 |
| Redan Elementary School | 4.1 |
| Shadow Rock Elementary School | 3.9 |
| Princeton Elementary School | 4.1 |
| Rock Chapel Elementary School | 4.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in GA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in GA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5105 SALEM RD, Lithonia, GA 30038
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Excell Preparatory Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DeKalb Brilliance Academy (rated 7.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Atlanta), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edward L. Bouie- Sr. Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LITHONIA ADVENTIST ACADEMY ELEMENTARY (rated 4.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Stonecrest), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lithonia, see our Lithonia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Salem Middle School Lithonia | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Browns Mill Elementary School Lithonia | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Edward L. Bouie- Sr. Elementary School Lithonia | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| TWINS ACADEMY INC. Lithonia | 1.1 mi | — |
| TWINS ACADEMY INC AT 3152 Lithonia | 1.2 mi | — |
| FLEMING DAY SCHOOL Lithonia | 1.2 mi | — |
| Fairington Elementary School Lithonia | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Martin Luther King- Jr. High School Lithonia | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Flat Rock Elementary School Lithonia | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| GREEN PASTURES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Decatur | 1.6 mi | — |
| HOWARD SCHOLARS ACADEMY Decatur | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| CHILDREN FOR CHRIST ACADEMY Lithonia | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Chapel Hill Middle School Decatur | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Chapel Hill Elementary School Decatur | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| FIRM FOUNDATION EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Lithonia | 2.4 mi | — |
| Miller Grove High School Lithonia | 2.8 mi | 3.6 |
| DeKalb Brilliance Academy Atlanta | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| LITHONIA ADVENTIST ACADEMY ELEMENTARY Stonecrest | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| SHEKINAH GLORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Decatur | 3.1 mi | — |
| Miller Grove Middle School Decatur | 3.2 mi | 2.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30038 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,860
Median Home Value
$234,900
Median Rent
$1,535/mo
Population
42,744
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
36.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHILDREN FOR CHRIST ACADEMY Lithonia, GA | 4.6 |
| WINGS OF A DOVE CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY Decatur, GA | 4.6 |
| LITHONIA ADVENTIST ACADEMY ELEMENTARY Stonecrest, GA | 4.9 |
| GROWING MINDS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville, GA | 5.0 |
| JOHNSON'S LEARNING CENTER Atlanta, GA | 5.0 |
| BEREAN CHRISTIAN JR ACADEMY Atlanta, GA | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Excell Preparatory Center
What grades does Excell Preparatory Center serve?
Excell Preparatory Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Excell Preparatory Center?
Excell Preparatory Center has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Excell Preparatory Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Excell Preparatory Center is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Excell Preparatory Center rank in GA?
Excell Preparatory Center ranks #396 of 433 private schools in GA.
What is Excell Preparatory Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Excell Preparatory Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Excell Preparatory Center a private school?
Yes, Excell Preparatory Center is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Excell Preparatory Center a religious school?
Excell Preparatory Center has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 41
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DeKalb County
- Phone
- (770) 322-5210
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