Answer: achievers

AnswerCrossword Clue
ACHIEVERSA students
ACHIEVERSGo-getters
ACHIEVERSThey have made the grade
ACHIEVERSDropouts they're not
ACHIEVERSBrass-ring grabbers
ACHIEVERSSuccessful folks
achieversACHIEVER, one who achieves (to carry out successfully)