Needs Improvement
#1730 of 1,786 schools in TN
The Excel Center
High School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
1490 Norris RD, Memphis, TN 38106
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
41.3:1
Score
3.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
41.3:1
Score
3.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,730 of 1,786
In Memphis
#180 of 199
public schools
In district
#186 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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The Excel Center
High School in Memphis · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Excel Center
The Excel Center is a public high school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. The Excel Center serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 41.3:1 student-teacher ratio. The Excel Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,730 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for The Excel Center show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019) and 4% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- TN avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at The Excel Center 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.
The Excel Center runs 41.3:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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The Excel Center — Students at The Excel Center score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 8 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How The Excel Center Compares
See how The Excel Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1490 Norris RD, Memphis, TN 38106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Excel Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hollis F. Price Middle College (rated 6.4/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Soulsville Charter School (rated 5.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Invictus Academy at Airways (rated 5.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Believe Memphis Academy Charter School Memphis | 0.2 mi | 2.8 |
| Veritas College Preparatory Memphis | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Memphis College Preparatory Memphis | 0.7 mi | 2.1 |
| Alcy Elementary Memphis | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Hamilton High Memphis | 1.2 mi | 2.5 |
| Hamilton School Memphis | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati Memphis | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Circles Of Success Learning Academy Memphis | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Memphis Delta Preparatory Memphis | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Rozelle Elementary Memphis | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Bethel Grove Elementary Memphis | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Winchester Elementary Memphis | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Invictus Academy at Airways Memphis | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch Memphis | 2.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Soulsville Charter School Memphis | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Cummings Elementary/Middle Memphis | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Hollis F. Price Middle College Memphis | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Peabody Elementary Memphis | 2.8 mi | 4.4 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Memphis | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus Memphis | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$29,818
Median Home Value
$66,400
Median Rent
$915/mo
Population
21,827
College Educated
12.1%
Homeownership
36.4%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
41.5%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Manassas High Memphis, TN | 3.2 |
| Sheffield High Memphis, TN | 3.0 |
| Chattanooga Preparatory School Chattanooga, TN | 3.6 |
| Martin Luther King Preparatory High School Memphis, TN | 2.8 |
| Memphis Business Academy High School Memphis, TN | 3.7 |
| Happy Valley High School Elizabethton, TN | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Excel Center
What grades does The Excel Center serve?
The Excel Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend The Excel Center?
The Excel Center has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Excel Center?
The student-teacher ratio at The Excel Center is 41.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does The Excel Center rank in TN?
The Excel Center ranks #1,730 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is The Excel Center's MySchoolScout rating?
The Excel Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 The Excel Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, The Excel Center has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019) and 4% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019).
Is The Excel Center a charter school?
No, The Excel Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is The Excel Center a Title I school?
No, The Excel Center is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 41.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Phone
- (901) 726-3100
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #186 of 202
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