Yes, the Intellectual Virtues Academy of Long Beach is a school of choice with the authorization of the Long Beach Unified School District. Similar to other middle schools, there are enrollment limitations at IVA. Each year IVA opens enrollment for the following year with applications to be entered into the lottery December through March. Any application received after the deadline places students on the waitlist. Learn more about IVA's Lottery. IVA has a strong waitlist but please don't hesitate to call the school at 562-912-7017 at any time to check on the waiting list or check out our updated list here.

IVA’s registration process is independent of LBUSD’s process. Due to limited space, we encourage you to also apply at your neighborhood middle school.