Vita is an innovative micro high school that empowers young adults to prepare for life and realize their dreams now, using the best practices from around the world.
Vita's purpose is to globally redefine education through an empowering high school model that transforms lives through passion, compasion, and life skills.
Vita can serve your family as (1) an independent (private) school, using ESA to ensure that tuition is effectively free OR as (2) a high school program through Edkey Inc (an online charter district), where tuition is also free. Vita is reimagining what the high school experience can look like.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked AZ School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Vita Schools of Innovation ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
40 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
99%
Average Class Size
16 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Vita can operate as an independent school using the $7,000 from ESA OR as a public charter, through our partner Edkey Inc (online charter district). This way, Vita is free for all families.
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 85%
School Notes
What makes Vita unique:
Vita is flexible to your needs - Vita can be (1) in-person, (2) online, or (3) hybridSchool is Tuesday - Friday, 7:30am - 2:15pmFirst day of school is on the first Friday of August and ends the third Wednesday of MaySpring Break and Fall Break are 2 weeks long each, Thanksgiving 1 week, Winter Break 3 weeksSee full schedule on our website: www.vsihq.org
Vita's 4 Pillar Model
- Help achieve dreams (100% of students reported that they felt Vita directly helped them realize their dreams)
- Prepare for the real world (100% of students reported that they felt Vita was teaching them real life skills, such as finances and mental health)
- Compassionate learning experience (100% of students report that they feel supported and cared for at Vita)
Vita is flexible to your needs - Vita can be (1) in-person, (2) online, or (3) hybridSchool is Tuesday - Friday, 7:30am - 2:15pmFirst day of school is on the first Friday of August and ends the third Wednesday of MaySpring Break and Fall Break are 2 weeks long each, Thanksgiving 1 week, Winter Break 3 weeksSee full schedule on our website: www.vsihq.org
Vita's 4 Pillar Model
- Purpose Curriculum: help achieve dreams
- Passion Exploration: students list and explore their interests
- Purpose Statement: students determine their life purpose
- Dream Mapping: students turn their abstract life dreams into concrete SMART goals to be achieved now
- Passion Projects: students' Dream Maps turn into Passion Projects to be completed quarterly
- Community Partnerships: students work with community partners/organizations through interviews, apprenticeships, and internships
- Life Curriculum: prepare for the real world
- Financial Literacy: real estate, money management, credit, taxes, investing, and much more...
- Social Emotional Learning: mental health, self-awareness, self-care, setting boundaries...
- Physical Health: healthcare, fitness, nutrition...
- Workplace Skills: resume, cover letter, typing speed...
- Academic Curriculum: college readiness (though
we understand college isn't the only way)
- College Courses: we partner with Arizona State University for our students to take self-directed/online college courses
- Projects: Vita has signature, hands-on projects in humanities and STEM
- ACT Prep: students prepare for the ACT (college entrance exam) using PrepMedians (our students demonstrated 40% improvement on the ACT)
- Success System: compassionate educational
experience
- Weekly 1:1 coaching with students to plan out the week, receive academic support, etc.
- Student matsermind teams: students support each other with their goals and hold each other accountable each week
- 16:1 ratio. Vita guarantees a 16:1 classroom ratio to ensure every student is known and supported
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Vita Schools of Innovation?
The acceptance rate of Vita Schools of Innovation is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.
What is Vita Schools of Innovation's ranking?
Vita Schools of Innovation ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Vita Schools of Innovation?
The application deadline for Vita Schools of Innovation is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Vita Schools of Innovation located?
Vita Schools of Innovation is located in the Maricopa Freeway Center South neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
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