Summary:
The ACE Empower Academy District in San Jose contains a single middle school, ACE Empower Academy, which serves grades 5 through 8 with 189 students.
This school faces significant academic challenges, with student proficiency rates far below state averages in all core subjects; for example, only about 12% of students are proficient in English and 11% in math, compared to state averages of 49% and 37%, respectively. Its statewide ranking has declined over recent years, placing it in the bottom 4% of all California schools. While the school receives substantial funding per student, this has not yet translated into improved academic outcomes for its high-needs population, over 93% of whom qualify for free or reduced-price lunch.
Key areas for potential improvement include addressing a chronic absenteeism rate that is above the state average and examining how resources are used to support instruction. Parents should note the school's low performance ratings and declining trend, which indicate a need for comprehensive intervention to better support student learning and growth in the coming years.
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