Xcel High School serves 16 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment was 19% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
16 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
1 teacher
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
19%
7%
White
81%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Ames Community School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Xcel High School?
16 students attend Xcel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Xcel High School students are White, and 19% of students are Black.
What grades does Xcel High School offer ?
Xcel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Xcel High School part of?
Xcel High School is part of Ames Community School District.
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