Serving 205 students in grades 5-8, Ace Esperanza Middle School 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 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ace Esperanza Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Ace Esperanza Middle School's student population of 205 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
205 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Ace Esperanza Middle School 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 Esperanza Middle School is 0.20, 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
#8059 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
White
1%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ace Esperanza Middle School's ranking?
Ace Esperanza Middle School is ranked #8059 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ace Esperanza Middle School often compared to?
Ace Esperanza Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alpha Jose Hernandez, Ace Empower Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ace Esperanza Middle School?
205 students attend Ace Esperanza Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Ace Esperanza Middle School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ace Esperanza Middle School?
Ace Esperanza Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ace Esperanza Middle School offer ?
Ace Esperanza Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Ace Esperanza Middle School part of?
Ace Esperanza Middle School is part of ACE Esperanza Middle School District.
In what neighborhood is Ace Esperanza Middle School located?
Ace Esperanza Middle School is located in the Greater Santee neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Greater Santee.
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