Serving 193 students in grades 5-8, Ace Empower Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ace Empower Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Ace Empower Academy's student population of 193 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
193 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Ace Empower Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ace Empower Academy is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8887 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ace Empower Academy's ranking?
Ace Empower Academy is ranked #8887 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ace Empower Academy often compared to?
Ace Empower Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Ace Esperanza Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ace Empower Academy?
193 students attend Ace Empower Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Ace Empower Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ace Empower Academy?
Ace Empower Academy has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ace Empower Academy offer ?
Ace Empower Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Ace Empower Academy part of?
Ace Empower Academy is part of ACE Empower Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Ace Empower Academy located?
Ace Empower Academy is located in the Alum Rock neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 35 other public schools located in Alum Rock.
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