Welcome to Excel Charter Academy - Ranked the #6 Charter Elementary in the State!
Excel Charter Academy was ranked sixth on the Best Charter Elementary Schools in Michigan list, according to U.S. News & World Report's 2024 school rankings. We never set limits on how much your child can achieve. At Excel we create endless opportunities for your child to become their best. We shape instruction to build on the strengths and abilities of each child and make moral focus lessons part of every school day. Our students not only excel, they thrive.
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We're a Top 10 Charter Elementary School
Excel is ranked the #6 Charter Elementary School in Michigan, and it doesn't stop there. Check out our collection of awards and accolades.
Preparing for Kindergarten Webinar: The Path to Math Readiness
Hosted by National Heritage Academies Catherine Rosen, NHA Math Curriculum Specialist and Kailani Sarjeant, an NHA Kindergarten teacher An engaging and informative webinar presentation about how to get your incoming kindergartner ready for school this fall: • What is Kindergarten Math Readiness, and why is it important? • Math activities you can do to help your scholar prepare. • Tips for preparing your child for school this fall. • Q&A
Free Community Resources
Summer is here! There are tons of free community resources available to our families throughout the summer, including free meals.
Parent Portal Help Page
Parent Portal gives parents quick and easy access to their child's information. Click below to learn more!
Advanced Learning Program
We offer advanced learning opportunities for top-performing students who are ready to progress beyond grade level.
Scavenger Hunt
Give your kindergartener the best start! Meet staff, visit classrooms, learn more about our commitment to academic excellence, moral focus program, extracurriculars, and so much more!
Apply Today for Kindergarten at Excel Charter Academy
It's time to apply for kindergarten at Excel Charter Academy in Grand Rapids, MI. Excel is part of the National Heritage Academies network, offering a tuition-free, high-quality education that promotes student growth, both academically and personally.Learn How to Apply at Excel
Excel Charter Academy still has seats available for the 2024-25 school year. Click below to learn more on how to apply today. We are excited to welcome you and introduce you to our community!
We Are a Charter School
Are you seeking a "private" school education with the no-cost benefit of a public school? If so, you're in the right place. Excel Charter Academy is a tuition-free public charter school open to all children who live in Michigan.
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NHA Shines: Stanford Study Shows Our Students Surpass Their Peers by 3.5 Months Each Year
A recent Stanford study shows NHA partner-school students continue to outperform their traditional public school peers. They do so by gaining nearly three-and-a-half months of additional learning. NHA also earned the new “gap busters” designation for outstanding progress in eliminating learning disparities for minority and poverty students.Learn More About Stanford's Study
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