Needs Improvement
#7810 of 8,552 schools in TX
The Excel Center (for Adults)
High School · THE EXCEL CENTER (FOR ADULTS)
1015 NORWOOD PARK BLVD, Austin, TX 78753
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,810 of 8,552
In Austin
#192 of 241
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
THE EXCEL CENTER (FOR ADULTS)
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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The Excel Center (for Adults)
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About The Excel Center (for Adults)
The Excel Center (for Adults) is a public high school in Austin, TX, part of THE EXCEL CENTER (FOR ADULTS). The Excel Center (for Adults) serves approximately 506 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 22:1 student-teacher ratio. The Excel Center (for Adults) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,810 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for The Excel Center (for Adults) show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.4
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at The Excel Center (for Adults) 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 (for Adults) runs 22:1 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.
The Excel Center (for Adults) 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
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The Excel Center (for Adults) — Students at The Excel Center (for Adults) score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How The Excel Center (for Adults) Compares
See how The Excel Center (for Adults) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
1015 NORWOOD PARK BLVD, Austin, TX 78753
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Excel Center (for Adults) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LULING H S (rated 5.9/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Luling), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRINITY CHARTER SCHOOLS - LOCKHART CAMPUS (rated 5.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Lockhart), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOCKHART PRIDE H S (rated 5.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Lockhart), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE EXCEL CENTER FOR ADULTS - LOCKHART Austin | 0.0 mi | 2.3 |
| GEORGE W CARVER EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Lockhart | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| LOCKHART H S Lockhart | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| PLUM CREEK EL Lockhart | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| NAVARRO EL Lockhart | 1.7 mi | 2.7 |
| CLEAR FORK EL Lockhart | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| LOCKHART PRIDE H S Lockhart | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| BLUEBONNET EL Lockhart | 2.6 mi | 3.8 |
| TRINITY CHARTER SCHOOLS - LOCKHART CAMPUS Lockhart | 2.9 mi | 5.5 |
| LOCKHART J H Lockhart | 2.9 mi | 3.7 |
| THE GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lockhart | 3.3 mi | — |
| LOCKHART MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lockhart | 4.0 mi | 3.9 |
| ALMA BREWER STRAWN EL Dale | 9.3 mi | 6.9 |
| UHLAND EL Uhland | 10.6 mi | 7.8 |
| PRAIRIE LEA SCHOOL Prairie Lea | 11.3 mi | 5.0 |
| CAMINO REAL EL Niederwald | 11.4 mi | 4.5 |
| HEMPHILL EL Kyle | 11.6 mi | 6.5 |
| D J RED SIMON MIDDLE Kyle | 11.7 mi | 3.9 |
| GILBERT GERDES J H Luling | 13.2 mi | 5.2 |
| LULING H S Luling | 13.3 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78753 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,334
Median Home Value
$344,100
Median Rent
$1,447/mo
Population
58,449
College Educated
35.3%
Homeownership
34.2%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
32.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Excel Center (for Adults)
What grades does The Excel Center (for Adults) serve?
The Excel Center (for Adults) serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend The Excel Center (for Adults)?
The Excel Center (for Adults) has an enrollment of approximately 506 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Excel Center (for Adults)?
The student-teacher ratio at The Excel Center (for Adults) is 22:1. 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 (for Adults) rank in TX?
The Excel Center (for Adults) ranks #7,810 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is The Excel Center (for Adults)'s MySchoolScout rating?
The Excel Center (for Adults) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 (for Adults)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, The Excel Center (for Adults) has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is The Excel Center (for Adults) a charter school?
Yes, The Excel Center (for Adults) is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is The Excel Center (for Adults) a Title I school?
No, The Excel Center (for Adults) is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 506
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Caldwell County
- Phone
- (512) 531-5500
- 4-Year Graduation
- 12.0%
Resources & Links
District
THE EXCEL CENTER (FOR ADULTS)- District Enrollment
- 1,017
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,103
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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