Serving 189 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). 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 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ace Empower Academy's student population of 189 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
189 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Students Realize Their Extraordinary Potential
School Rankings
Ace Empower Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 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
#8736 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ace Empower Academy's ranking?
Ace Empower Academy is ranked #8736 out of 9,523 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
189 students attend Ace Empower Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Ace Empower Academy students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ace Empower Academy?
Ace Empower Academy has a student ration of 24:1, 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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