Serving 244 students in grades 6-8, Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach's student population of 244 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
244 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Motto
equipping every student to learn and live well.
Average Class Size
26 students
School Rankings
Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1810 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Foxes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach's ranking?
Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach is ranked #1810 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach often compared to?
Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beachis often viewed alongside schools like Cubberley K-8, Tincher Preparatory, Newcomb Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach?
244 students attend Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach?
Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach offer ?
Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach part of?
Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach is part of Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach School District.
In what neighborhood is Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach located?
Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach is located in the California Heights neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in California Heights.
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