ACE Academy ranks within the top 20% of private schools in Texas. Serving 62 students in grades Kindergarten-8, this school is located in Au
ACE Academy: Nurturing Gifted Minds from K to 8th GradeEstablished in 2005. ACE Academy is a premier independent private school located in Austin, Texas. We specialize in providing exceptional education for gifted learners from kindergarten through 8th grade. Our mission is to offer a personalized education for gifted learners within a nurturing community, ensuring each student receives the support and challenge they need to excel.At ACE Academy, our vision is for students to embrace a complex and progressive curriculum, thrive in academic environments, and confront challenges with creativity and flexibility. Gifted learners, typically defined as those scoring in the top 5% on IQ tests, exhibit diverse and asynchronous development in their abilities. We recognize that these students process information differently and require a flexible learning environment that adapts to and fosters their individual strengths.Our innovative programs and personalized approach ensure that the distinctive ways of thinking of our students are not only acknowledged but also encouraged. We believe that by valuing and nurturing these unique talents, we can help our students thrive and avoid the risk of their abilities being suppressed or overlooked.
At a Glance
TypeSchool with Special Program Emphasis
GradesKindergarten-8
Students62
Class Size12:1 ratio
Tuition$28,000
Est.2005
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Cognia
School Information
| School Type | School with Special Program Emphasis |
| Year Founded | 2005 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $28,000 |
| Tuition Notes | Sibling Discount $1,000 New Student Fee (one-time) $1,500 Enrollment Fee (annual) $750 Resource Fee (annual) $800 |
| Total Students | 62 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 17 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 92 |
| Average Class Size | 12 |
| Grades Offered | Kindergarten-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Nicki Hollums |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 15 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
DyslexiaDysgraphiaDyscalulia and ADD/ADHD
Advanced Courses
*All classes at ACE are advanced courses.
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Dungeons and Dragons ( Mondays 3:45-4:45 ) · Gardening Club (Mondays and Thursdays (or pick 1 day) 3:45 - 4:45 · Homework Support (Wednesdays 3:45 - 4:45 ) · Math Club ( Thursday 3:45 - 4:45 ) · Racket Sports ( Tuesdays 3:45 - 4:45 ) · Running Club ( Tuesdays & Thursdays (or pick 1 day) 3:45 - 5:00 · Social Skills Group (Tuesday 3:45 - 4:45 ) · Spontaneous Challenge Club (Spontaneous Challenge Club) · Summer Day Camp · Arts and Music Programs: · After School Clubs · Recreational Athletic Programs: · After School Care |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Cognia |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | austingifted.org/school-calendar-and-hours |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |