Valley International Academy (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: 10-12
Enrollment: 9 students
Yearly Tuition: $20,500
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 5 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Valley International Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 10-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Valley International Academy
10	1
11	3
12	5

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

2009

Student Body

Total Students

9 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

6 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

2:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

5 students

Average SAT score

1320

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Number of AP Courses

21 courses

Advanced Courses

AP BiologyAP Calculus AB

AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry

AP Computer Science AAP English Language and Composition

AP English Literature and CompositionAP European History

AP Government and Politics ComparativeAP Government and Politics United States

AP Human GeographyAP Macroeconomics

AP MicroeconomicsAP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism

AP Physics C: MechanicsAP Physics C: Mechanics

AP PsychologyAP Statistics

AP Studio Art DrawingAP United States History

AP World History

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$20,500

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Tuition Notes

Boarding is an additional $20,000 Tuition fee for international students: $23500 per year

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

California Scholarship FederationMath Club

National Honor Society

School Notes

An independent college prep high school bringing together local and international students in collaborative work with an entrepreneurial spirit.
With class sizes under 10, students receive highly individualized instruction and college counseling.

Valley International Academy seeks to develop students who will exemplify academic excellence, social responsibility, and global citizenship in a supportive, exciting, and international environment that inspires critical thinking with an entrepreneurial spirit.
Individualized college counseling
Intellectually rigorous courses
Courses meet A-G requirements
APcourses
ESL program
Small class sizes
WASCAccredited
May issue I-20 for international students
Friendly, inclusive community

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Valley International Academy cost?

Valley International Academy's tuition is approximately $20,500 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Valley International Academy?

The acceptance rate of Valley International Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.

What is Valley International Academy's ranking?

Valley International Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color, Most AP courses offered and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for Valley International Academy?

The application deadline for Valley International Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Santa Clara County, CA is $27,441 for elementary schools and $33,172 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Santa Clara County, CA is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).