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Excel Center - Anderson

High School · Excel Center - Anderson

630 Nichols Ave, Anderson, IN 46016

Charter

Enrollment

308

Student-Teacher

30.8:1

Score

3.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,641 of 1,823

In Anderson

#10 of 11

public schools

Academic growth

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Excel Center - Anderson

3.8/10

High School in Anderson · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Holy Cross School

7.5/10

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5.2/10

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About Excel Center - Anderson

Excel Center - Anderson is a public high school in Anderson, IN, part of Excel Center - Anderson. Excel Center - Anderson serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 30.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Excel Center - Anderson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,641 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Excel Center - Anderson show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021).

How it compares2.6 pts below IN schools
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • IN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Excel Center - Anderson sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Excel Center - Anderson runs 30.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Excel Center - Anderson is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-3.03 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
College Readiness2.7Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio30.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$4,055

Excel Center - Anderson — Students at Excel Center - Anderson score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.3% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.1% (multi-year average, 2012-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 11 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2012
Math
57%
ELA
64.5%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
44.5%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
25%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.

How Excel Center - Anderson Compares

See how Excel Center - Anderson performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
10th percentile in IN
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
1.1/10
Needs Improvement
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
31:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

630 Nichols Ave, Anderson, IN 46016

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Excel Center - Anderson may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pendleton Heights High School (rated 6.8/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Pendleton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Anderson High School (rated 5.4/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Anderson, see our Anderson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.9 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Anderson 0.3 mi 7.5
Anderson Preparatory Academy Anderson 1.3 mi 5.2
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anderson 1.4 mi 8.5
Anderson Elementary School Anderson 1.5 mi 3.5
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY Anderson 1.8 mi 8.2
CROSS STREET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anderson 2.3 mi 6.8
Anderson High School Anderson 2.7 mi 5.4
Eastside Elementary School Anderson 2.3 mi 6.4
Anderson Intermediate School Anderson 2.3 mi 6.2
Edgewood Elementary School Anderson 2.4 mi 4.5
ANDERSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anderson 3.1 mi 8.2
INDIANA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Anderson 3.1 mi 7.7
Tenth Street Elementary School Anderson 2.8 mi 4.4
Erskine Elementary School Anderson 3.6 mi 4.3
Highland Middle School Anderson 3.8 mi 5.1
Valley Grove Elementary School Anderson 4.5 mi 4.0
East Elementary School Pendleton 7.3 mi 7.9
Pendleton Heights Middle School Pendleton 7.9 mi 6.4
Pendleton Heights High School Pendleton 7.8 mi 6.8
Pendleton Elementary School Pendleton 7.9 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$35,543

Median Home Value

$66,100

Median Rent

$864/mo

Population

18,380

College Educated

10%

Homeownership

39.1%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

27.8%

Median Age

33.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Excel Center - Anderson

What grades does Excel Center - Anderson serve?

Excel Center - Anderson serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Excel Center - Anderson?

Excel Center - Anderson has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Excel Center - Anderson?

The student-teacher ratio at Excel Center - Anderson is 30.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Excel Center - Anderson rank in IN?

Excel Center - Anderson ranks #1,641 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Excel Center - Anderson's MySchoolScout rating?

Excel Center - Anderson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Excel Center - Anderson?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Excel Center - Anderson has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021).

Is Excel Center - Anderson a charter school?

Yes, Excel Center - Anderson is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Excel Center - Anderson a Title I school?

No, Excel Center - Anderson is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Excel Center - Anderson?

55.2% of students at Excel Center - Anderson qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher Ratio
30.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Madison County

District

Excel Center - Anderson
District Enrollment
308
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$4,055
District Rank
#1 of 1

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