ACE CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL

ACE Charter High is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the East Side Union High school district, located in San Jose, CA with about 327 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 12 teachers, ACE Charter High has a student/teacher ratio of about 27:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

ACE Charter High School, located in the Berryessa area of San Jose, is part of the ACE Charter School network, which focuses on preparing students for success in college and professional careers. The school is built on a "high-support, high-expectation" model that emphasizes academic rigor, personalized learning, and a strong sense of community. By maintaining smaller class sizes and fostering close relationships between faculty and students, ACE aims to provide the individual attention necessary to bridge achievement gaps and ensure all students meet the requirements for admission to four-year universities.

Beyond traditional academics, the school places a significant emphasis on "character development" and professional preparedness. ACE Charter High integrates real-world skills into its curriculum, encouraging students to develop leadership abilities, critical thinking, and a sense of civic responsibility. With its focus on both technical proficiency and social-emotional growth, the school serves as a supportive environment designed to empower students—particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds—to navigate the challenges of higher education and achieve long-term professional success.

For more information, contact ACE Charter High at (408) 251-1362 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.