The School is governed by an 8-member Board of Trustees. All members are elected for overlapping 2-year terms by members of the ACS Association, which is comprised of parents of children enrolled in the School. Officers of the Board are elected by the Board of Trustees. The curriculum is similar to that of U.S. general academic public schools through grade 8. From grade 9, the curriculum is college-preparatory.
Instruction is in English.
Spanish, French, and Arabic are taught as foreign languages. A full program of extracurricular activities is offered, including sports, drama, band, and chorus. The School is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. All rooms are carpeted and air-conditioned. The main building was completed in 1975, and the elementary school was completed in September 2000.