ORGANIZATION 

The first ACE school opened in 2008 to serve the most struggling students in San Jose. ACE has grown since then, now serving around 1,100 students from 5th-12th grades in its three middle schools and one high school. Read more about ACE’s origin story here.

Our Vision: Students excel in an equitable educational system that equips them to make transformative choices for their families and our communities.

Our Mission: ACE ensures students who are struggling gain the skills and will to succeed in college and beyond.

Our Motto: Grow. Everyone. Every Day.

Our Core Values

• We believe every student has the boundless capacity to thrive. All students, regardless of circumstances, have the potential to excel in school and life. In order to help students reach their potential, we collectively maintain rigorous standards for students and staff inside and outside the classroom.


• We take responsibility f...