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Why Choose IVA High:

Free, Transferable College Credits
97% of seniors earn transferable college credits through dual enrollment with LBCC.
Small School. Big Support.
With a 35:1 student-to-counselor ratio and small class sizes, every student is known by name.
Three Flexible College & Career Pathways
University, Career & Technical, or a fully Individualized track — you choose.
Easy to Transfer, Get Credits & Catch Up
Joining mid-year or behind on credits? We make transferring simple.
A Community Where You Belong
Diverse, inclusive, and safe to be yourself. You have voice, we listen.

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IVA High Long Beach award for Best Charter School

Connect, Contribute & Belong

Experience vibrant and inclusive learning and a caring community at IVA High.

“IVA High changed everything for my daughter. She went from feeling invisible at her old school to leading a club, earning college credits, and knowing exactly where she wants to go. The teachers here actually care.”
— IVA High Parent

“I didn’t think high school could feel like this. I have real friends, real teachers who push me, and I’m already ahead in college. IVA High gave me confidence I didn’t know I had.”
— IVA High Student

Learner-Centered Approach

IVA High empowers students to take charge of their learning and their life.

Our Key Facts

98% Parent Satisfaction

20+ Clubs & Sports

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

Voted #1 Charter School in Long Beach for 7 Years

’20, ’21, ’22, ’25 Best School for Diversity (Awarded by Niche)

60% of Faculty Hold a Master’s Degree or Higher

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

97% of Seniors Graduate with Free College Credits

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“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 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.”

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

IVA High Student

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“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.”

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

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

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