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Public. Tuition free. Open to all.
Transitional Kindergarten to 12th grade.
 

With four school campuses in downtown Los Angeles, Value Schools is here to help your child thrive.

Join Value Schools!

At Value Schools, we understand that selecting the perfect educational institution for your child is a significant decision. We are committed to creating an atmosphere of academic excellence, unlocking the full potential of students at all stages of their educational journey, and fostering inclusive and supportive communities in neighborhoods that have traditionally lacked access to quality education.
4 Campuses Transitional Kindergarten to Twelfth Grade   Teacher to Student Ratio   % Our Graduates meet UC/CSU Requirements   % Our Students Graduate from High School   % Our Graduates are Accepted to four-year colleges
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campuses, transitional kindergarten to twelfth grade   teacher to student ratio   graduates meet UC/CSU requirements   students graduate from high school   graduates attend 4-year universities, 2-year community colleges or military service
529 accounts  Financial Aide

529 EDUCATION SAVINGS ACCOUNTS
$1,000 for every eligible kindergartener

FINANCIAL LITERACY TRAINING
for families and high school students

SCHOLARSHIPS 
for high school students on their way to university or college

FEDERAL FINANCIAL STUDENT AID
(FAFSA) support for students

    
internships

PAID INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
for high school students

FREE CAREER EXPLORATION OPPORTUNITIES
with community business leaders

FREE EAST COAST COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY TOUR
opportunities to Harvard, NYU, Columbia, Brown, Boston University and more
     
AP Classes  COMPREHENSIVE SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS

ADVANCED PLACEMENT CLASSES
for all high school students

COMPREHENSIVE SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS
to assist students with any challenge

COLLEGE COUNSELORS
for high school students and
SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL COUNSELORS
at every grade level

  
AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS

SPORTS FOR GIRLS AND BOYS
at every age and experience level

AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS
with engaging activities and academic supports

STUDENT-DESIGNED AND STUDENT-RUN CLUBS
and extra-curricular activities like dance, art, film making, gardening, debate and more

Have questions before completing the school application? Just ask!

Complete this form and a member of the Value Schools enrollment team will contact you.
Students on the Back East Scholars Trip
 
At Value Schools we give our students ACCESS to an exceptional education and meaningful, unique, interactive experiences in the community.
 
We INVITE our students to own their educational choices and participate in activities that enhance their experience.
 
We EMPOWER our students and families as we support the educational programs and experiences that guide them toward fulfilling their dreams.
 
 
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We are right where you need us to be.
 
Founded in 2002, Value Schools increases academic success among students who are traditionally underserved using a values-based approach with instructional strategies and supports based on research that allow all students to learn and succeed.
 
Locations

DOWNTOWN VALUE SCHOOL

In University Park, Los Angeles

950 West Washington Boulevard

Los Angeles, CA 90015

School Phone: (213) 748-8868
School Fax: (213) 742-6684

EVEREST VALUE SCHOOL

In Rampart Village, Los Angeles

240 N. Madison Avenue

Los Angeles, CA 90004

School Phone: (213) 340-7423
School Fax: (213) 205-8189
 

CENTRAL CITY VALUE HIGH SCHOOL

In Rampart Village, Los Angeles

221 North Westmoreland Avenue

Los Angeles, CA 90004

School Phone: (213) 471-4686
School Fax: (213) 378-0092
 

UNIVERSITY PREP VALUE HIGH SCHOOL

In Pico-Union, Los Angeles

1929 West Pico Blvd

Los Angeles, CA 90006

School Phone: (213) 382-1223
 
Research shows that the most successful schools are those in which students, teachers, school leaders and parents commit to a SHARED SET OF BELIEFS AND VALUES, along with outstanding academic leadership able to support best classroom practices by effective teachers. In combination, this helps our students thrive and allows us to build equitable spaces for all learners.
 
 
OUR VALUES
 
Academic excellence is the means to a full life. 
Each student can develop to his or her fullest potential. 
Each individual is unique and deserves respect.
A safe, nurturing community is essential to academic excellence.
Service to others and the community is a responsibility of an educated person. 
 
Nondiscrimination Statement
Value Schools is committed to providing a learning environment that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. Our schools prohibit discrimination and harassment based on individual’s actual or perceived sex, sexual orientations, gender, (including gender identity), ethnic group identification, race ancestry, age or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. This nondiscrimination policy covers admission or access to school programs and activities. The lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission to or participation in school programs or activities.
Charter School Complaint Notice
Charter schools are not allowed to discourage a pupil from enrolling or seeking to enroll in the charter school because the pupil exhibits any characteristics such as students with disabilities, academically low-achieving, English learners, neglected or delinquent, homeless, socioeconomically disadvantaged, foster youth, or based on nationality, race, ethnicity, or sexual orientation. Charter schools are not allowed to request a pupil's records before enrollment or encourage a child who is enrolled in a charter school to disenroll or transfer to another school. A parent, guardian, or pupil (18 years or older) may file a Charter School Complaint Form to the authorizing entity if they suspect the charter school is in violation of Education Code Section 47605(d)(4). Download the Charter School Complaint Notice and Form in English or Español.