The Excel Center - Papago serves 14 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: ≤5% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Excel Center - Papago's student population of 14 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
14 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of The Excel Center - Papago is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
7%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
50%
48%
Black
29%
6%
White
14%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤5%
77%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of The Excel Center - Papago?
The graduation rate of The Excel Center - Papago is 5%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend The Excel Center - Papago?
14 students attend The Excel Center - Papago.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of The Excel Center - Papago students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, and 7% of students are American Indian.
What grades does The Excel Center - Papago offer ?
The Excel Center - Papago offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is The Excel Center - Papago part of?
The Excel Center - Papago is part of Arizona Goodwill Education Services (1001949) School District.
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