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Intellectual Virtues Academy

Fostering creativity, critical thinking, and self-growth since 2016.

Who We Are

We are a public Long Beach High School inclusive of all learners.

What We Do

We empower learners to impact their communities while developing a deeper understanding of themselves, academics, and the world through Project-Based Learning.

Why We Exist

We co-construct an equitable, academically challenging community where learners connect, contribute, and belong. We prepare our students for college, career, and life.

AXS College & Career Pathways

University Pathway

Get a head start on your college goals with free dual enrollment college credits, rigorous coursework, and expert advising.

Career & Technical Education (CTE) Pathway

Graduate with more than a diploma. Earn certifications, gain paid work experience, and build career-ready skills that open doors.

Individualized Pathway

Create your own pathway by blending college prep, hands-on career experience, and dual enrollment into a high school education that fits your goals and passions.

Upcoming Events

IVA High School Tours Available

March 11 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

IVA Board Meeting @HS

March 11 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

IVA High: Coffee & Community (rescheduled)

March 12 @ 8:30 am - 9:30 am

EOL Faculty Academy

March 16

IVA High School Tours Available

March 18 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Saturday School

March 21 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

1st Grading Period Ends (March 21- Sat. School)

March 23

IVA High School Tours Available

March 25 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

@IVAHigh

We’re celebrating our 10-year anniversary and marking the milestone the best way we know how: IVA High’s Exhibition of Learning is coming, and it shows exactly what a decade of bold, virtue-driven, student-led education looks like in action. Exhibition of Learning is our favorite event of the year for good reason. Students spend months diving deep into complex questions to find real answers, then stand up in front of family and professionals and own it completely. Every exhibit, every conversation, every moment of this night is student-led. At IVA High, we build thinkers. The Exhibition is where you get to see exactly what that looks like. 10 Years. 1 Empowered Community. Come see it for yourself. Open to all! Thursday, April 2nd, 6:00-8:00 PM.
Every year, we survey our families and students and ask about their IVA High experience. Year after year, one important theme rises to the top: our people. 💛 Our community consistently highlights the quality of our staff and the meaningful relationships they build with students. At a small school like IVA High, your teachers know your name, your goals and your story — and they show up for you every single day.
Our three AXS pathways give you the freedom to discover what drives you. Earn college credits through dual enrollment. Gain real career experience through paid internships. Or mix it all together and create your own path. Some students even graduate with both a diploma AND an associate degree. Embracing your curiosity and keeping your options open are highly encouraged at IVA High. Read our latest blog to see which pathway sparks your interest - link in bio!
Don't underestimate the value of free college credits in high school: 🎓 Reduced tuition-costs 🎓 Fully transferrable to California universities 🎓 Practice the skills needed for college now Through our dual enrollment partnership with Long Beach City College, students earn transferable credits taught by college professors right on our campus. It's a head start on college that saves time and money. You can get ahead, too. Enrollment for 2026-27 is open now.
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Our Virtues

Creative

Curiosity, Open-Mindedness, Intellectual Courage

Critical Thinking

Intellectual Attentiveness, Intellectual Carefulness, Intellectual Thoroughness

Self-Growth

Intellectual Autonomy, Intellectual Humility, Intellectual Tenacity

Our Key Facts

98% Parent Satisfaction

15+ Clubs & Sports

23 Students (avg. class size; CA avg. 32)

Voted #1 Charter School in Long Beach for 6 Years

’20, ’21, ’22, ’26 Best School for Diversity (Awarded by Niche)

50% of Faculty Hold a Master’s Degree or Higher

7 yrs. of Consecutive Test Score Growth Above the U.S. Average

98% of Graduates Earn 6+ Free College Credits

Latest News

Read our blog for the latest information about IVA High

Interested in enrolling your student?

Contact us today for more information!

Affiliations

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

National Collegiate Athletic Association

Los Angeles County Office of Education

Long Beach City College

Want to learn more about IVA High?

“Career Day made me realize my journey can be unpredictable.”

IVA High Student

“Since coming to IVA High I am more open-minded to people’s ideas. I’m not as quick to judge.”

IVA High Student

“IVA has made my son feel comfortable and heard.”

IVA High Parent

“Since coming here, my grades have improved and I actually understand and am interested in what we are learning.”

IVA High Student

“I have seen my son grow in ways I never imagined, I see their love for his progress and their willingness to help him become a better student AND human being.”

IVA High Parent

“Career Day made me realize my journey can be unpredictable.”

IVA High Student

“Small, intimate, challenging and accepting, IVA High recognizes what is special in each of its students.”

IVA High Parent

“We are given so many opportunities to see how the world is like outside of ourselves. (open-mindedness)”

IVA High Student

“A great school that meets you where you are and gives you extra help to ensure you grasp the topics and walk away with more than academics.”

IVA High Parent

“[After Career Day] now there are even more careers I’m interested in.”

IVA High Student

“This is a special learning place…the staff is extremely supportive and excited about teaching the students.”

IVA High Parent

“IVA High has been everything they said it would be! They are a student-led school that considers the needs of students.”

IVA High Parent

“I have learned that project-based learning is the best way for me to learn.”

IVA High Student

“Career Day made my career path clearer and less worrying to think about.”

IVA High Student

“At IVA High the students are close with the teachers. We are able to be open and talk to them. It feels more natural.”

IVA High Student
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