The Academy of Creative Education is a nationally recognized, non-traditional, non-punitive model high school for students at risk of dropping out in the North East Independent School District in San Antonio, Texas. ACE was established in 1991 to offer classes for at-risk youth between 16–21 years old.
Serving 121 students in grades 11-12, Academy Of Creative Education ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy Of Creative Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Academy Of Creative Education's student population of 121 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
121 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1991
School Rankings
Academy Of Creative Education ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy Of Creative Education is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3311 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
71%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
18%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Of Creative Education's ranking?
Academy Of Creative Education is ranked #3311 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy Of Creative Education?
The graduation rate of Academy Of Creative Education is 70-74%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Academy Of Creative Education?
121 students attend Academy Of Creative Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Academy Of Creative Education students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Academy Of Creative Education?
Academy Of Creative Education has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Academy Of Creative Education offer ?
Academy Of Creative Education offers enrollment in grades 11-12
What school district is Academy Of Creative Education part of?
Academy Of Creative Education is part of North East Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Academy Of Creative Education located?
Academy Of Creative Education is located in the San Antonio International Airport Vicinity neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 26 other public schools located in San Antonio International Airport Vicinity.
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