Excel Academy (Murworth) serves 11 students in grades 8-12.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Excel Academy (Murworth) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Excel Academy (Murworth)'s student population of 11 students has grown by 450% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
2002
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Mount Up With Wings Like Eagles
School Rankings
The diversity score of Excel Academy (Murworth) is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
36%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Excel Academy (Murworth)?
11 students attend Excel Academy (Murworth).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Excel Academy (Murworth) students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Excel Academy (Murworth) offer ?
Excel Academy (Murworth) offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Excel Academy (Murworth) part of?
Excel Academy (Murworth) is part of Goose Creek CISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Excel Academy (Murworth) located?
Excel Academy (Murworth) is located in the South Main neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 7 other public schools located in South Main.
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