Innovative Arts Academy CS
Charter School
531 Students
High School 6th - 12th
School Overview
Innovative Arts Academy Charter School (IAACS), located in Catasauqua, Pennsylvania, is a public charter school that distinguishes itself through a rigorous, arts-integrated academic curriculum. Serving students in grades K-12, the academy is designed for those who have a passion for creative expression, blending traditional core subjects like math, science, and history with intensive training in visual and performing arts. The school aims to foster a collaborative environment where artistic discipline reinforces academic achievement, preparing students for both higher education and professional careers in the creative industries.
The school’s educational philosophy emphasizes "holistic development," meaning it values social-emotional growth alongside artistic mastery and academic rigor. By providing specialized facilities and opportunities to work with practicing artists and industry professionals, IAACS creates a unique community that encourages students to think critically and express themselves innovatively. Whether students are focusing on music, dance, theater, or the visual arts, the academy seeks to bridge the gap between creative passion and academic excellence, ensuring that all learners are well-rounded, confident, and prepared for the challenges of the modern world.
The school’s educational philosophy emphasizes "holistic development," meaning it values social-emotional growth alongside artistic mastery and academic rigor. By providing specialized facilities and opportunities to work with practicing artists and industry professionals, IAACS creates a unique community that encourages students to think critically and express themselves innovatively. Whether students are focusing on music, dance, theater, or the visual arts, the academy seeks to bridge the gap between creative passion and academic excellence, ensuring that all learners are well-rounded, confident, and prepared for the challenges of the modern world.
531
Total Students
35.0
Full-Time Teachers
15.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 47 |
| Hispanic | 400 |
| Black | 67 |
| Two or More | 17 |
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Hispanic400 (75.3 %)
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Black67 (12.6 %)
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White47 (8.9 %)
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Two or More17 (3.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Innovative Arts Academy CS |
| Phone: | (570)350-2338 |
| Website: | http://www.innovativeartslv.com/ |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 531 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 35.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
59
Grade 7
83
Grade 8
80
Grade 9
98
Grade 10
99
Grade 11
72
Grade 12
40
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 59 |
| Grade 7 | 83 |
| Grade 8 | 80 |
| Grade 9 | 98 |
| Grade 10 | 99 |
| Grade 11 | 72 |
| Grade 12 | 40 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 296 | 55.7% |
| Male | 235 | 44.3% |
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