Valparaiso High School

What Valparaiso High School does

Valparaiso High School (VHS) is a public high school located at 2727 N Campbell St, Valparaiso, Indiana, operated by Valparaiso Community Schools (VCS), a government school district. VHS serves grades 9-12 students residing within the district catchment, with an alternative high school (V.A.L.E.) program and shared athletic facilities including the Valparaiso Aquatic Center. The school delivers a comprehensive college-preparatory curriculum through 27 Advanced Placement (AP) courses, a full International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, and dual-credit courses with five postsecondary institutions (Valparaiso University, Ivy Tech Community College, Purdue Northwest, Indiana University, and Vincennes University). Students may pursue Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors, Core 40 with Technical Honors, or Indiana Graduation Pathways diplomas.

VHS operates a 1:1 technology initiative providing every student with a VCS-issued Chromebook free of charge for the 2025-26 school year, plus a Bring Your Own Device option. The technology stack includes Canvas LMS (Instructure) for course management, Skyward for student information and family access, Naviance for college and career planning, Follett Destiny for the library catalog, Google Workspace for collaboration, and Respondus Lockdown Browser for assessments. Career readiness is supported through Naviance, a Career Development Program with 50+ local employer partners, and pathways in Health Sciences (Project Lead the Way), Engineering, Computer Science, Business, and Family & Consumer Sciences. The school offers 25+ athletic programs under the Duneland Athletic Conference (DAC), performing arts, and 20+ clubs and activities.

VHS is funded through local property taxes, state education funding from the Indiana Department of Education, and federal grants, with no in-district tuition. Nominal fees apply for parking permits, AP exams, and optional items. The school is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a Best High School and has produced multiple National Merit Scholarship Finalists annually. VHS has placed at the top of the DAC in National Merit Semifinalists (7 in 2026), has won 13 IHSAA gymnastics state championships (most in state history), and maintains a 102-member Athletics Hall of Fame (since 1989) and a permanent Military Hall of Honor exhibit.

Name

Valparaiso High School

Legal name

Valparaiso High School

Website

https://valparaisohigh.valpo.k12.in.us

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Valparaiso High School is a public high school in Valparaiso, Indiana, operated by Valparaiso Community Schools, serving grades 9-12 with 27 AP courses, a full IB Diploma Programme, dual-credit with five universities, and a 1:1 free Chromebook program.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public High Schools (EDAJAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Dual Enrollment / Early College Programs (via Community Colleges) (EDAHADAH)

Keywords

• Public high school education
• College preparation programs
• Advanced placement courses
• International baccalaureate program
• Dual credit enrollment

Headquarters

HQ city

Valparaiso

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Public School Funding: As a public high school within Valparaiso Community Schools, VHS is funded through a combination of local property taxes, state education funding from the Indiana Department of Education, and federal grants and programs. No tuition is charged to in-district students. The school charges nominal fees for specific services such as AP exam fees, parking permits ($20), yearbook purchases, and various optional student activity items.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Valparaiso High School delivers public secondary education for grades 9-12, providing a comprehensive academic program that includes Core 40 diploma pathways, 27 Advanced Placement courses, a full International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, and Dual Credit courses with five postsecondary institutions. The school complements classroom instruction with college and career readiness services, athletic programs across 25+ sports, performing arts, 20+ student clubs, counseling, financial aid guidance, and a 1:1 Chromebook program for digital learning.

Product overview

Valparaiso High School (VHS) is a public high school in Valparaiso, Indiana offering a comprehensive educational program through multiple integrated platforms. The school's academic offerings include 27 Advanced Placement (AP) courses, the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program, and Dual Credit courses through partnerships with three institutions enabling students to earn 15+ college credits. VHS Tech provides 1:1 device access via Chromebooks or BYOD with secure WiFi. The school supports college and career readiness through Naviance for course planning, Khan Academy for SAT prep, and a Career Development Program connecting students with local business mentors. VHS utilizes Canvas LMS for digital learning, Skyward for student information management, and FinalForms for athletics compliance. The school maintains athletic facilities including the Valparaiso Aquatic Center and runs recognition programs like the Military Hall of Honor and This Is Our Story arts festival.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Advanced Placement (AP) Courses

Quantifiable outcome

• 7 National Merit Semifinalists in 2026 — highest in the Duneland Athletic Conference
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Community Businesses (Career Development Program)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVCS Career Development Program partners with over 50 local businesses and organizations across healthcare, banking, retail, manufacturing, hospitality, and professional services to provide VHS students with career mentorship, job shadowing, field experiences, and internship opportunities. Partners include Northwest Health, Franciscan Health, Centier Bank, Horizon Bank, 1st Source Bank, Task Force Tips, and many others.
• Non-Profit Organizations (Career Development Program)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVCS Career Development Program partners with local nonprofits including the Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce, Porter County Health Department, Indiana Careers in Construction, Ready NWI, Junior Achievement, Valparaiso Police/Fire Departments, and others to provide career exploration and field experience opportunities for VHS students.
• Colleges and Universities (Career Development Program)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVCS Career Development Program partners with Valparaiso University, Ivy Tech Community College, Purdue Northwest, Indiana University, and Vincennes University for student career exploration, dual credit offerings, and college readiness support.
• Valparaiso UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerValparaiso University is a dual credit partner offering VHS students the opportunity to earn both high school and college credit simultaneously. Students may earn up to 15+ dual credits by graduation through courses taught at VHS or VU.
• Ivy Tech Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIvy Tech Community College is a dual credit partner offering VHS students postsecondary credit for applicable courses, supporting the Indiana Graduation Pathways requirement and reducing college costs for students.
• Purdue NorthwestcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPurdue Northwest is a dual credit partner offering VHS students postsecondary credit through applicable dual credit courses, supporting college readiness and credit accumulation.
• Indiana UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndiana University is a dual credit partner offering VHS students postsecondary credit for applicable courses, contributing to the school's robust dual credit program across five institutions.
• Vincennes UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVincennes University is a dual credit partner offering VHS students the opportunity to earn college credit through dual enrollment courses, part of the school's strategy to reduce postsecondary costs for families.
• International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVHS is an authorized IB World School offering the IB Diploma Programme. Through comprehensive curricula and challenging assessments, the IBO assists VHS in developing students' talents and teaching them to relate classroom experience to the realities of the world outside. Students may earn the IB Diploma and potentially college credit through IB exams.
• College BoardcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVHS partners with the College Board to offer AP courses (27 offerings) and SAT School Day testing. Students can earn college credit through AP exams scored 3-5. The school also participates in the College Board National Recognition Program for academic honors.
• NCAA Eligibility CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVHS supports student-athletes in registering with the NCAA Eligibility Center for Division I and II college athletics. Counselors and coaches assist students in meeting amateurism standards and academic requirements for collegiate sports.
• NAIA Eligibility CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVHS refers student-athletes interested in NAIA schools (nearly 300 colleges/universities in the US and Canada) to the NAIA Eligibility Center at PlayNAIA.org for registration and eligibility certification.
• National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNAIA is referenced by VHS for student-athletes interested in smaller colleges that may offer athletic scholarships. The NAIA includes nearly 300 member institutions across the US and Canada.
• Porter County Career & Technical Education CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVHS refers students to the Porter County Career & Technical Education Center for specialized career and technical education programs as part of the school's broader career development offerings.
• JostensminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJostens provides graduation products to VHS students including caps, gowns, and other commencement-related items. Jostens representatives distribute items on-site at VHS during designated distribution days in April.
• Skyward (ISCorp)coreTechnology or IntegrationVHS uses Skyward's Student Information System (SIS) for grades, attendance, scheduling, registration, and family access. Skyward Family Access provides parents and students with 24/7 online access to student records.
• Canvas LMS (Instructure)coreTechnology or IntegrationVHS uses Canvas as its official Learning Management System (LMS), accessible via valpok12.instructure.com/login/ldap for students and teachers to manage course content, assignments, grades, and communication.
• Naviance (Hobsons)coreTechnology or IntegrationVHS uses Naviance for college and career readiness — accessing the VHS Course Catalog, Plans of Study for Indiana diploma options, college research, career exploration, and scheduling guidance. Students log in at id.naviance.com.
• HR ImagingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHR Imaging is the official yearbook photography provider for VHS. All seniors must have their photo taken by HR Imaging to appear in the yearbook. No purchase is required for underclass photos.
• Valpo Schools FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerValpo Schools Foundation leads the Legacy Walk fundraising campaign for VHS, a commemorative brick program allowing individuals, families, and local organizations to make a lasting mark on Valparaiso Community Schools. Contributions fund installation of the Legacy Walk at VHS.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Carmel High School: One of Indiana's largest and consistently top-ranked public high schools; comparable in offering broad AP/IB curricula, strong National Merit outcomes, and large-scale athletics programs.
• Westfield High School: Suburban Indianapolis public high school with similar college-prep focus, broad AP offerings, and competitive IHSAA athletics — a comparable Indiana public high school serving a similarly college-bound demographic.
• Homestead High School: Fort Wayne-area public high school cited as a direct academic peer tied with VHS on National Merit Semifinalist counts; comparable in college-prep outcomes and IHSAA athletics profile.
• Penn High School: Mishawaka-area Indiana public high school with a large enrollment, broad AP/dual-credit offerings, and successful IHSAA athletics — comparable in scale and program mix.
• Zionsville Community High School: Indiana public high school serving a college-oriented suburban district with comparable AP breadth, athletic success, and U.S. News Best High Schools recognition.
• Munster High School: Public high school in Munster, Indiana explicitly cited alongside VHS for tying the 8th-highest National Merit Semifinalist count in the state — the most directly comparable academic peer in Northwest Indiana.

Regional players

• Crown Point High School: Northwest Indiana public high school in the same region as VHS; competes in similar IHSAA conferences and serves a comparable demographic, making it a regional academic and athletic competitor.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/ValpoHS411
• Facebookfacebook.com/Valpo-HS-411-627837360580660

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

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