Excelsior Classical Academy

Excelsior Classical Academy

Charter Elementary, Middle School | Grade K-7
4100 N Roxboro St,  Durham, NC
4.2
3.7
926 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Cynthia Gadol
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
52%
Reading Proficiency
55%
Average GPA
3.49
Graduation Rate
100%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
A
Teachers
B
College Prep
B
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
C+
Sports
A-
Food
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Academics
Average GPA
3.49
Reading Proficiency
55%
Math Proficiency
52%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
80
Full Time Teachers
80
Part Time Teachers
0
Teachers in First or Second Year
2.5%
College Prep
Average ACT
24
Math
24
English
23
Reading
23
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
10
AP Pass Rate
50%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
High
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
45.9%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
21.4%
State Average
19.2%
Science
23.5%
State Average
20.8%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
420:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.5%
Male
48.5%
White
47.4%
Hispanic
22%
Black
20%
Two or more races
8.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#31 Best Charter HS in North Carolina
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 6 Reviews
5.0 Senior
3/11/2025
My experience at this school went pretty well. This school is a college pre school so I would say this school help me prepare for college. I attend this high school thought all of high school and watch the school grown in to itself. I say this because I am the second graduating class from my school and I have watch the school expand its building sizes. The worst part of my experience was the lack of teachers and also if the teacher know what they were teaching. The best part was watching the school expand the high school expand to a floor and not a hallway anymore. One thing I would like to see change would be more field trips.
5.0 Sophomore
1/10/2022
I have been at ECA for three years and I feel so welcome and at home. All of the teachers are so kind and respectful. I have learned so much and I am excited to see how the school will continue to grow.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.7 17 Reviews
1.0 parent
6/24/2026
This school treats its students like they are just part of a program and makes them feel like they are not valued. They only want their students to look a certain way or get certain grades without caring for who the student is as a person. They are just trying to get these young kids through school...
1.0 other
10/21/2025
Students feel excited about the school year at first and then automatically get deflated. The turnaround of teachers has been less than desirable, especially for those who have been here a long time. The school that was once a superior rated school, is now failing. Social-emotional support is given...
1.0 parent
6/22/2025
This school has been a major disappointment. After two years of frustration, we pulled our child out. I strongly advise other parents to look elsewhere—this school is failing its students in every way. Leadership is disorganized, communication is poor, and staff turnover is constant. The administrat...
5.0 other
10/7/2024
I attended ECA from fourth grade all the way to twelfth grade. Throughout my education, ECA had teachers that were invested in my education and ensured that I succeeded. There were also plenty of extracurriculars, from clubs to sports to theater and musicals. Thankfully, there was also an excellent...

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Excelsior Classical Academy is a charter school for students in grades K-7 located at 4100 N Roxboro St in Durham, NC. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 926 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 52% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 55% are proficient in reading. Excelsior Classical Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.49, the graduation rate is 100%, and the average ACT score is 24. The average home value in this area is $321,730. Discover additional schools in the area, like Voyager Academy, Discovery Charter School, City Of Medicine Academy, and more. Learn more about what Durham has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Excelsior Classical Academy.

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