In Upper School, students build on their foundation in order to stretch themselves to the next level. Social Emotional Learning continues to be an integral part of everything we do at ACE. In addition, an effective gifted curriculum embeds grit, intrinsic motivation, divergent thinking, and self-efficacy into the year. Students are challenged to reflect on their emotional intelligence as well as their intellect.

The robust experience focuses on leadership skills and design thinking. Our small classes (no more than 12 students) allow teachers to create meaningful relationships with the students, enabling a collaborative, thoughtful and respectful classroom environment.

One-on-one support and counseling is offered to ensure that parents and students select a school that will offer them the best opportunities. We support families to identify a high school that works for each individual student's strengths, desires and ambitions. Graduates of ACE Academy have been accepted into a wide range of private and public schools, with just a handful listed below. Having served the Austin community for more than 17 years, we’ve seen ACE graduates go on to top-tier colleges and universities where they’re prepared, socially and academically, to pursue their passion.