School Overview
The Academy of Careers and Exploration (ACE), located in Helendale, California, is a specialized public school within the Helendale School District designed to provide a comprehensive, career-focused education for students in grades TK through 12. The school distinguishes itself by emphasizing a blend of rigorous academics and practical, hands-on learning experiences, aiming to prepare students for both post-secondary education and the modern workforce. By integrating career-technical education (CTE) principles, the school seeks to help students identify their professional interests and aptitudes early in their educational journey.

As a central hub for the Helendale community, ACE fosters a collaborative environment that leverages small class sizes and a supportive atmosphere to ensure student success. The school’s curriculum is structured to support diverse learning styles, encouraging students to engage in projects that bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world application. Through its commitment to excellence and career readiness, the Academy of Careers and Exploration strives to empower its students to become well-rounded, proactive contributors to their future fields of study and employment.
294
Total Students
14.2
Full-Time Teachers
20.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
43.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Academy of Careers and Exploration
Demographic Student Count
White107
Hispanic145
Black24
Asian5
Two or More7
American Indian2
Pacific Islander4
  • Hispanic
    145 (49.3 %)
  • White
    107 (36.4 %)
  • Black
    24 (8.2 %)
  • Two or More
    7 (2.4 %)
  • Asian
    5 (1.7 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (1.4 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Helendale Elementary
Phone: (760)952-1266
Website: http://www.helendalesd.com/schools/a_c_e_and_r_m_s_school
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 294
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 14.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 20.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 123
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 6
Grades Taught
Grade 7 10
Grade 8 4
Grade 9 76
Grade 10 77
Grade 11 61
Grade 12 66

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Academy of Careers and Exploration
Grade Student Count
Grade 710
Grade 84
Grade 976
Grade 1077
Grade 1161
Grade 1266
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Academy of Careers and Exploration
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female14248.3%
Male15251.7%