Excelsior Charter

Excelsior Charter is a large public charter high school serving grades 7-12 in Victorville, CA, with approximately 2,170 students in a community where many families face economic challenges.

This school stands out for its exceptional student attendance, with a near-perfect record of 0.1% chronic absenteeism that far surpasses the state average and all nearby schools like Victor Valley High, and for its strong 90.5% graduation rate, which exceeds the state average. However, its academic proficiency in core subjects like English and Math is below state averages, creating an interesting contrast where students consistently show up and graduate but test scores remain an area for growth. The school operates cost-effectively within the Excelsior Charter District, spending less per student than many comparable local schools.

When compared to other local options, Excelsior often performs better than schools with similar student populations, such as Lakeview Leadership Academy. It shows particular effectiveness in supporting some vulnerable student groups, like homeless students and students with special education needs. While schools like Victor Valley Virtual Academy may have higher test scores, they face different challenges, like very high absenteeism. For parents, Excelsior presents a compelling option with a proven track record of getting students to attend regularly and graduate successfully, even as it works to improve academic achievement across all subjects.