Free, Public, Open to All
We Prepare Students for the Future
Excel is a network of tuition-free charter public schools in East Boston and Chelsea, Massachusetts and North Providence, Rhode Island.
Our schools offer life-changing opportunities that prepare students for college and beyond. We prepare and support our students to become self-advocates so that when they leave our halls, they can pave a path to success that is meaningful to them.
Through rigorous academics and diverse opportunities beyond the classroom, Excel students learn to solve relevant problems and become leaders in their communities.
Our Schools
About Charter Schools
Free. Public. Open to All.
Charter schools are public, tuition-free schools that families choose for their children.
They operate independently under a performance contract that outlines their mission and goals, but remain accountable for academic results and financial stability.
Funding is provided on a per-pupil basis with public dollars, though in many states, charter schools receive less than traditional district schools and often no facility funding. In Massachusetts, charter schools are overseen by the Department of Elementary, (DESE), and in Rhode Island, by the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE).
Our CAPS Program
At Excel, we know the finish line isn’t just a high school diploma, it’s long-term success in college, career, and life. Our College Access and Post-Secondary Success (CAPS) team works with students starting in 5th grade through graduation and beyond, helping them explore their identities, set meaningful goals, and navigate college and career pathways. From campus visits and resume building to one-on-one counseling, financial aid guidance, and ongoing alumni support, CAPS ensures every Excel student is prepared to thrive in the path they choose after high school
Why choose Excel Academy?
100% of students receive college access and post-secondary support for up to six years after graduation
Excel Academy students lead Massachusetts and Rhode Island for year over year academic growth
Students participate in a wide range of extracurricular and enrichment activities
Excel Academy Charter High School is ranked in the
Top 3% of public high schools nationally
Middle School Students receive individualized support four times a week during WIN (What I Need) blocks
Excel students take more than five AP courses, on average
Families believe in our work and our results
10% of our staff, teachers, and leaders are Excel alumni
What I love most about Excel Academy Charter School is that all three of my children were shown how much potential they had. They were supported in ways that were unique to them whether that was with their individual learning challenges or encouraging them to push themselves even further.
Evie – Excel Academy Parent
