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Welcome to Excel Charter Academy - Outperforming the District for 13 Years!

We never set limits on how much your child can achieve. At Excel we create endless opportunities for your child to become their best. We shape instruction to build on the strengths and abilities of each child and make moral focus lessons part of every school day. Our students not only excel but thrive. A study done by Stanford University reveals that our students outperform their peers from surrounding schools by a remarkable 3.5 months each year.

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NHA Shines: Stanford Study Shows Our Students Surpass Their Peers by 3.5 Months Each Year

A recent Stanford study shows NHA partner-school students continue to outperform their traditional public school peers. They do so by gaining nearly three-and-a-half months of additional learning. NHA also earned the new “gap busters” designation for outstanding progress in eliminating learning disparities for minority and poverty students.
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We Are a Charter School

Are you seeking a "private" school education with the no-cost benefit of a public school? If so, you're in the right place. Excel Charter Academy is a tuition-free public charter school open to all children who live in Michigan.

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At a Glance

Y5-8

Grades

784

Number of Students

1995

Year Opened
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A Seamless Y5-12 Education

At Excel Charter Academy, we're able to provide our students with a seamless Y5-12 educational experience. After graduating from Excel Charter Academy, they can transition to Grand River Preparatory High School, also a National Heritage Academies charter school. Grand River Prep offers advanced placement courses, dual enrollment opportunities, an Early College Program, college advisors, electives, clubs, sports, and so much more.
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What Excel Charter Academy Parents Are Saying

"I love the cultural diversity, welcoming atmosphere, teachers, and parent involvement at Excel. My kids are learning and really enjoying the school environment."

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Safe Return to School Plans

Safe Return to In-Person Instruction and Continuity of Services Plan Spring 2023 Final
Safe Return to In-Person Instruction and Continuity of Services Plan Fall 2023 Draft

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