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.
285
Total Students
14.7
Full-Time Teachers
19.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
45.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Academy of Careers and Exploration
Demographic Student Count
White96
Hispanic150
Black17
Asian8
Two or More10
American Indian2
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    150 (52.6%)
  • White
    96 (33.7%)
  • Black
    17 (6.0%)
  • Two or More
    10 (3.5%)
  • Asian
    8 (2.8%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.7%)
  • Pacific Islander
    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: 285
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 14.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 123
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 6
Grades Taught
Grade 7 7
Grade 8 5
Grade 9 75
Grade 10 80
Grade 11 62
Grade 12 56

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Academy of Careers and Exploration
Grade Student Count
Grade 77
Grade 85
Grade 975
Grade 1080
Grade 1162
Grade 1256
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Academy of Careers and Exploration
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13045.6%
Male15554.4%