Below Average
#1623 of 1,793 schools in MA
Excel High School
High School · Boston
95 G. Street South Boston Education Complex, South Boston, MA 02127
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,623 of 1,793
In South Boston
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#101 of 109
Boston
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About Excel High School
Excel High School is a public high school in South Boston, MA, part of Boston. Excel High School serves approximately 387 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Excel High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,623 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Excel High School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Excel High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
81% of students at Excel High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Excel High School — Students at Excel High School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.2/10.
How Excel High School Compares
See how Excel High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
95 G. Street South Boston Education Complex, South Boston, MA 02127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Excel High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Boston Collegiate Charter School (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Dorchester), which scores notably higher. Another option is CRISTO REY BOSTON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Dorchester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Boston Collaborative High School (rated 3.3/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in South Boston, see our South Boston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$156,373
Median Home Value
$858,600
Median Rent
$2,435/mo
Population
36,646
College Educated
68.7%
Homeownership
44.8%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
32.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Excel High School
What grades does Excel High School serve?
Excel High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Excel High School?
Excel High School has an enrollment of approximately 387 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Excel High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Excel High School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Excel High School rank in MA?
Excel High School ranks #1,623 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Excel High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Excel High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Excel High School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Excel High School a charter school?
No, Excel High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Excel High School a Title I school?
No, Excel High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 387
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 80.6%
- Phone
- (617) 635-9870
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #101 of 109
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