Excelsior Academy

Summary:

Excelsior Academy is a public charter elementary school serving grades K-8 in Erda, Utah, with a student population of 1,397 as of the 2022-2023 school year. The school's performance, as measured by student proficiency rates and statewide rankings, is generally below average compared to the state and nearby schools.

Excelsior Academy's student proficiency rates in RISE assessments for English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science are lower than the state averages across all grade levels. For example, in 2023-2024, the school's 3rd grade ELA proficiency rate was 34.6% compared to the state average of 46.7%, and its 6th grade Math proficiency rate was 16.4% compared to the state average of 35.6%. The school's performance has been declining over the years, with its statewide ranking dropping from 151 out of 526 elementary schools in 2016-2017 to 321 out of 561 in 2023-2024. However, the school's low-income students perform better than the overall student population, ranking 65 out of 162 Utah elementary schools for this subgroup in 2023-2024.

Compared to nearby Tooele District schools, Excelsior Academy's performance is mixed. While it outperforms some Tooele District schools, such as Northlake School and Sterling School, it also underperforms others, like Old Mill School and Rose Springs School. When compared to other charter schools in the area, such as Scholar Academy and Bonneville Academy, Excelsior Academy's performance is also mixed, with the school outperforming in some areas and underperforming in others.


Detail:

Public, Charter K-8

 124 E Erda Way
       Erda, UT  84074


(435) 882-3062

District: Excelsior Academy

SchoolDigger Rank:
321st of 561 Utah Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $6,530 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  52.8 Help
Number of students:  1,362

Racial breakdown:

White:
79.1%
Hispanic:
14.5%
Two or more races:
4.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  24.1% Help


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Compare Details Excelsior Academy ranks worse than 57.2% of elementary schools in Utah. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 44.34. (See more...)
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Compare Details Excelsior Academy ranks better than 53.8% of middle schools in Utah. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 52.43. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (79.1%), Hispanic (14.5%), two or more races (4.3%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 24.1% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Excelsior Academy is 52.8. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Excelsior Academy is $6,530.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Excelsior Academy:

SchoolDigger ranks Excelsior Academy 321st of 561 Utah public elementary schools. (See Excelsior Academy in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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White students:

SchoolDigger ranks Excelsior Academy 97th of 210 Utah public middle schools. (See Excelsior Academy in the ranking list.)

Middle School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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SchoolDigger ranks Excelsior Academy 50th of 98 Utah school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Excelsior Academy

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Rank History for all elementary school students at Excelsior Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools UT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2010 53.76 269th 518 48.1%
2011 41.60 391st 563 30.6%
2012 50.46 362nd 579 37.5%
2013 55.21 306th 576 46.9%
2014 51.21 253rd 509 50.3%
2015 32.47 392nd 537 27.0%
2016 58.78 222nd 533 58.3%
2017 68.24 151st 526 71.3%
2018 65.90 176th 528 66.7%
2019 47.99 308th 572 46.2%
2021 37.22 367th 559 34.3%
2022 36.01 357th 551 35.2%
2023 39.33 345th 561 38.5%
2024 44.34 321st 561 42.8%
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Rank History for elementary school Low Socio Economic Status students at Excelsior Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools UT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 56.69 65th 162 59.9%
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Rank History for elementary school White students at Excelsior Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools UT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 18.81 372nd 435 14.5%
2023 19.96 362nd 428 15.4%
2024 25.94 346th 429 19.3%
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Data source: test scores: Utah State Board of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Excelsior Academy

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Rank History for all middle school students at Excelsior Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools UT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2010 46.00 136th 201 32.3%
2011 61.66 96th 222 56.8%
2012 61.78 110th 238 53.8%
2013 59.08 124th 243 49.0%
2014 61.80 74th 185 60.0%
2015 71.06 54th 210 74.3%
2016 88.10 5th 209 97.6%
2017 87.93 10th 206 95.1%
2018 73.37 36th 172 79.1%
2019 52.70 107th 222 51.8%
2021 61.61 67th 213 68.5%
2022 57.38 93rd 209 55.5%
2023 59.34 81st 216 62.5%
2024 52.43 97th 210 53.8%
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Rank History for middle school Low Socio Economic Status students at Excelsior Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools UT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 79.25 23rd 138 83.3%
2024 59.21 55th 141 61.0%
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Rank History for middle school White students at Excelsior Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools UT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 49.53 94th 191 50.8%
2023 48.23 97th 191 49.2%
2024 41.25 107th 183 41.5%
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Data source: test scores: Utah State Board of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Utah State Board of Education

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by a parent
Thursday, April 5, 2018

Open Quote My children and I have been at Excelsior Academy for 4 yrs now. You'll notice I include myself because I'm at the school volunteering all the time. Our kids education has always come first in our home. That is the reason, since day one, I have been so involved with the school. Every teacher and member of admin, board members, I've met and worked with is magnificent! They put the children first and always have their best interest at heart. If a parent would like to come in and help out and observe what's going on in class the teachers are thrilled! In fact they love present involvement. If you ever have a concern you can work with your teacher, and instructor. Even the directors are happy to help in any way possible.
Due to the leveled learning my daughter was able to move up a grade level in reading because that's where she excels. In math she struggles a bit so she put in a slower pace group, and is now caught up with grade level. These kids are learning things in 3rd grade I didn't learn until high school. Best part, they understand it and LOVE IT!
I can't say enough good things about this school. Take a tour for yourself and see the magic for yourself 👩‍🏫👨‍🏫 Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Open Quote The management company is shady and the board does not conform to its own charter. They amend to fit their own whims. For example, they decided it would be in their best interest is they appoint their own members instead of having the parents do it. In any other district, it's an election process. They also amended the charter to increase class size. As a former parent/teacher there, I would never send my children to a school who cares more about the dollar than the child. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Excelsior Academy

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2010 487 7 5 29 7 n/a n/a 122 657
2011 608 7 1 32 5 0 1 0 654
2012 606 3 5 44 9 1 10 0 678
2013 578 7 7 60 3 6 17 0 678
2014 592 5 6 46 5 6 23 0 683
2015 594 6 2 49 10 1 18 0 680
2016 604 3 3 54 4 2 17 0 687
2017 645 5 5 58 3 1 13 0 730
2018 611 4 5 62 3 2 14 0 701
2019 898 9 8 98 2 3 26 0 1044
2020 1107 9 14 144 5 7 36 0 1322
2021 1092 7 6 164 3 13 46 0 1331
2022 1083 12 9 174 4 8 63 0 1353
2023 1112 11 5 192 5 9 63 0 1397
2024 1077 9 3 197 5 13 58 0 1362

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

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Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Excelsior Academy

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2010 657 18.5 35.5 38.9
2011 654 18.9 34.5 32.9
2012 678 27.5 24.6 34.1
2013 678 29.3 23.1 50.7
2014 683 28.2 24.2 36.2
2015 680 n/a n/a 31.5
2016 687 n/a n/a 32.9
2017 730 28.2 25.8 25.8
2018 701 n/a n/a 21.8
2019 1044 44.8 23.2 27.2
2020 1322 50.9 25.9 28.4
2021 1331 n/a n/a 21.7
2022 1353 25.4 53.2 15.4
2023 1397 24.2 57.5 20.8
2024 1362 25.7 52.8 24.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Excelsior Academy

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2010 657 18.5 35.5 38.9
2011 654 18.9 34.5 32.9
2012 678 27.5 24.6 34.1
2013 678 29.3 23.1 50.7
2014 683 28.2 24.2 36.2
2015 680 n/a n/a 31.5
2016 687 n/a n/a 32.9
2017 730 28.2 25.8 25.8
2018 701 n/a n/a 21.8
2019 1044 44.8 23.2 27.2
2020 1322 50.9 25.9 28.4
2021 1331 n/a n/a 21.7
2022 1353 25.4 53.2 15.4
2023 1397 24.2 57.5 20.8
2024 1362 25.7 52.8 24.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Excelsior Academy

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $510 (7.8%) $6,019 (92.2%) $6,530

Data source: Utah Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Excelsior Academy

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 308th of 572 Elementary schoolsRanks 345th of 561 Elementary schools
 7.7%
Ranks 107th of 222 Middle schoolsRanks 81st of 216 Middle schools
 10.7%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Excelsior Academy)41.843.5
 1.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Excelsior Academy)41.843.5
 1.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Utah)46.846.2
 0.6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Excelsior Academy)42.736.5
 6.2%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Excelsior Academy)42.736.5
 6.2%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Utah)50.249
 1.2%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Excelsior Academy)48.539.8
 8.7%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Excelsior Academy)48.539.8
 8.7%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Utah)47.344.2
 3.1%
4th Grade Mathematics (Excelsior Academy)60.642.4
 18.2%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Excelsior Academy)60.642.4
 18.2%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Utah)49.350.1
 0.8%
4th Grade Science (Excelsior Academy)56.144
 12.1%
   4th Grade Science (Excelsior Academy)56.144
 12.1%
   4th Grade Science (Utah)51.149.6
 1.5%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Excelsior Academy)46.745.4
 1.3%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Excelsior Academy)46.745.4
 1.3%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Utah)47.949
 1.1%
5th Grade Mathematics (Excelsior Academy)44.235.7
 8.5%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Excelsior Academy)44.235.7
 8.5%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Utah)4945.3
 3.7%
5th Grade Science (Excelsior Academy)43.850.4
 6.6%
   5th Grade Science (Excelsior Academy)43.850.4
 6.6%
   5th Grade Science (Utah)51.951.2
 0.7%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Excelsior Academy)42.644.3
 1.7%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Excelsior Academy)42.644.3
 1.7%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Utah)48.945.3
 3.6%
6th Grade Mathematics (Excelsior Academy)30.733.3
 2.6%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Excelsior Academy)30.733.3
 2.6%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Utah)39.235.4
 3.8%
6th Grade Science (Excelsior Academy)62.350.7
 11.6%
   6th Grade Science (Excelsior Academy)62.350.7
 11.6%
   6th Grade Science (Utah)57.755.5
 2.2%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Excelsior Academy)44.742.1
 2.6%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Excelsior Academy)44.742.1
 2.6%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Utah)44.141.4
 2.7%
7th Grade Mathematics (Excelsior Academy)41.248.8
 7.6%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Excelsior Academy)41.248.8
 7.6%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Utah)45.244.9
 0.3%
7th Grade Science (Excelsior Academy)40.758.6
 17.9%
   7th Grade Science (Excelsior Academy)40.758.6
 17.9%
   7th Grade Science (Utah)44.545.5
 1%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Excelsior Academy)47.149.6
 2.5%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Excelsior Academy)47.149.6
 2.5%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Utah)43.341.8
 1.5%
8th Grade Mathematics (Excelsior Academy)37.132.3
 4.8%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Excelsior Academy)37.132.3
 4.8%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Utah)42.738.2
 4.5%
8th Grade Science (Excelsior Academy)75.368.1
 7.2%
   8th Grade Science (Excelsior Academy)75.368.1
 7.2%
   8th Grade Science (Utah)49.248.5
 0.7%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students10441397
 33.8%
African American911
 22.2%
American Indian25
 150%
Asian85
 37.5%
Hispanic98192
 95.9%
Pacific Islander39
 200%
White8981112
 23.8%
Two or More Races2663
 142.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients27.2%20.8%
 6.4%


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Excelsior Academy ranks 321st of 561 Utah elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

In the 2023-24 school year, 1,362 students attended Excelsior Academy.

Students at Excelsior Academy are 79% White, 14% Hispanic, 4% Two or more races.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Utah State Board of Education.

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