Acera
Acera, the Massachusetts School of Science, Creativity and Leadership, is a progressive non-profit STEAM school serving high-ability students in grades K through 8th.
At Acera, students learn by ability, not age; in a supportive, energetic environment, enabled by highly motivated, experienced teacher-entrepreneurs. Beyond our day school program, Acera also offers a variety of enrichment and summer program offerings.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Top Ranked MA School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Kindergarten-10
- Students: 140 students
- Yearly Tuition: $30,800
- Acceptance rate: 30%
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 10 / rolling
Top Rankings
Acera ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
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Attribute
Acceptance Rate
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-10
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Twice Exceptional
Year Founded
2010
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
140 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
16 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 10 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$30,800
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$12,500
Acceptance Rate
30%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Sandra Zuckerman
School Notes
- We are a gifted education program, and believe in a multiple intelligences approach to defining giftedness. We have created this school as an alternative for students whose needs may not be met in their current school environment. Depending upon the type of student, different assessments and criteria may apply. Assessments helps us to understand each student`s needs and alignment with Acera`s mission. We require a WISC-IV or WISC-V to be included with each application. Please include other achievement tests or portfolio information you would like us to take into consideration.
Profile last updated: 04/08/2021
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