Serving 236 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach's student population of 236 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 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
#1283 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
26%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach's ranking?
Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach is ranked #1283 out of 9,602 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?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
236 students attend Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Intellectual Virtues Academy Of Long Beach students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 5% 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 18:1, which is lower 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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