School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
ADD, ADHD, Autism, Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar
Awards
Student Body
Total Students
34 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
54%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
9 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Katie Wilson
Admissions Associate
Jeannie Bailey
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Aquaponics/Gardening ClubBoard Game Club
Relaxation ClubYearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
BasketballCross Country
Flag FootballGolf
SoccerSoftball
VolleyballYoga
School Notes
- ÌÇÐÄÔ´´ Founded in 1988, Excelsior Academy is a non-profit school dedicated to serving K-12 students with learning disabilities throughout San Diego County.
- Our Mission is to provide a safe and nurturing environment wherein students become literate, thinking, independent and productive citizens.
- Excelsior Academy has been recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, National School of Character and is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
- As a private, nonpublic school, Excelsior serves students with learning differences in the San Diego area. Founded in 1988 and certified by the State of California, the Academy is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Excelsior students are of average and above average intelligence in grades kindergarten through twelve whose needs fall within the areas of processing, memory, language, organization, attention, and socialization. The majority of Excelsior students have the potential to attend college. Consequently, the goals of the school are to guide students to understand their learning styles and learning differences and to achieve academic success, thereby realizing their potential.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Excelsior Academy offer?
Excelsior Academy offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer and Softball.
When is the application deadline for Excelsior Academy?
The application deadline for Excelsior Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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