Idaho Virtual Academy

Name

Idaho Virtual Academy

Legal name

Idaho Virtual Academy

Website

https://idva.k12.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Online K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

District-Run Virtual Academies & Online Programs (EDAJADAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Virtual & Blended Learning Programs (District-Run) (EDAJAAAI), Online Credit Recovery & Alternative Pathways (Virtual) (EDAJADAF), Virtual Special Education & Related Services (IEP Delivery Online) (EDAJADAG)

Keywords

• Online K-12 education
• Virtual public schooling
• Distance learning programs
• Alternative high school
• Credit recovery courses

Headquarters

HQ city

Meridian

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

Revenue model

1. Public School Funding: As a tuition-free online public school, IDVA is funded by taxpayer dollars and state education budgets. The school receives per-pupil funding from the state of Idaho based on enrollment. Families do not pay tuition; the school provides instructional materials, Idaho-certified teachers, and live online classes at no cost.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Idaho Virtual Academy is a tuition-free, full-time online public school serving K-12 students throughout Idaho since 2002. It delivers Idaho-certified teacher-led live online classes, interactive multimedia curriculum, textbooks, and course supplies at no cost to families, funded by state per-pupil allocations. The school also operates Insight School of Idaho (ISID), a state-approved alternative high school for at-risk students in grades 9-12, offering credit recovery and flexible graduation pathways. Special programs include dual enrollment with Idaho colleges, NCAA-approved courses, special education services, and career and college preparation.

Product overview

Idaho Virtual Academy operates as a unified online K-12 public school platform composed of two main educational programs: Idaho Virtual Academy (IDVA) for grades K-12 and Insight School of Idaho (ISID) as an alternative high school sub-brand for at-risk students in grades 9-12. The platform is powered by K12's online curriculum and delivers instruction through live virtual classes, interactive online lessons, and offline materials. Core academic products span elementary (K-5), middle school (6-8), and high school (9-12) levels, supplemented by specialized programs including Dual Enrollment, Credit Recovery, Special Education Services, Career & College Preparation, and NCAA-Approved Courses. The platform uses a blend of online and hands-on learning elements including animations, interactive games, videos, textbooks, and hands-on experiment materials to accommodate multiple learning styles.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Idaho Virtual Academy (IDVA) A tuition-free, full-time online public school serving students in grades K-12 throughout Idaho since 2002. Uses K12's interactive online curriculum with Idaho-certified teachers providing live, regularly scheduled classes. Families do not pay tuition; the school provides instructional materials, textbooks, and course supplies at no cost.
• Insight School of Idaho (ISID) A state-approved alternative high school program within IDVA serving qualifying at-risk students in grades 9-12. Offers flexible schedules, credit recovery courses, and personalized learning to help students catch up and graduate. Designed for students with credit deficiencies, low GPAs, or personal challenges.
• Elementary School Academics (K-5) Online elementary education using K12 curriculum covering core subjects (English/Language Arts, Math, Science, History) plus Art. Beginning in grade 3, students also take self-guided elective courses in music or world language. Students in grades K-2 spend about 30-40% of their time on the computer, while grades 3-5 spend about 50-60% online.
• Middle School Academics (Grades 6-8) Online middle school education covering core subjects with self-guided electives in music and world languages. Includes career exploration courses for 8th graders to help identify career pathways for high school and beyond.
• High School Academics (Grades 9-12) Online high school education with courses designed for students targeting four-year universities, community colleges, or immediate careers. Offers both on-level and honors courses, plus mastery-based credit recovery for accelerated credit recovery.
• Dual Credit/Dual Enrollment Program Program allowing eligible students aged 16 and older to take college-level courses through local Idaho universities and community colleges to earn both high school and college credit. Students must earn a C or better to receive college credit.
• Credit Recovery Program Mastery-based credit recovery courses allowing students to focus on areas they need most to recover credits at an accelerated pace. Helps students who are behind on credits get back on track for graduation.
• Special Education Services Comprehensive support for students with diverse learning needs including 504 plans, IEPs, and English Learners services. Provided by trained special education staff.
• Career & College Preparation Program Program helping middle and high school students prepare for life after graduation. Includes CTE programs, dual credit opportunities, and career exploration starting in grade 8 with certifications available in high school.
• NCAA-Approved Courses Core high school courses at IDVA are NCAA-approved, enabling student-athletes to meet the academic requirements for NCAA eligibility. Students can use NCAA code 130028 to verify course eligibility.
• K12 Online Learning Platform The technology platform powering Idaho Virtual Academy, providing interactive online curriculum with animations, games, videos, and text. Includes live virtual sessions with state-licensed teachers and offline hands-on materials delivered to students.

Quantifiable outcome

• Graduated early
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• K12coreTechnology or IntegrationK12 is the technology and curriculum provider powering Idaho Virtual Academy. IDVA uses K12's innovative online learning platform and interactive curriculum designed for multiple learning styles. K12 has been a leader in online education for over 25 years.
• National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIDVA is an NCAA-approved online public school. Core high school courses at IDVA are NCAA-approved, enabling students to meet the academic requirements for NCAA eligibility to become college athletes.
• CogniacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCognia is a global leader in education quality that provides accreditation to schools meeting rigorous Performance Standards. IDVA is accredited by Cognia and received the 2024 Schools of Distinction Award.
• University of IdahominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIdaho college offering dual enrollment opportunities for IDVA eligible students aged 16 and older to earn college credit while in high school.
• North Idaho CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIdaho community college offering dual enrollment opportunities for IDVA students to earn college credit while in high school.
• College of Western IdahominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIdaho community college offering dual enrollment opportunities for IDVA students to earn college credit while in high school.
• Boise State UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIdaho university offering dual enrollment opportunities for IDVA eligible students to earn college credit while in high school.
• College of Southern IdahominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIdaho community college offering dual enrollment opportunities for IDVA students to earn college credit while in high school.
• Idaho State UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIdaho university offering dual enrollment opportunities for IDVA eligible students to earn college credit while in high school.
• BYU-IdahominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIdaho university offering dual enrollment opportunities for IDVA students to earn college credit while in high school.
• College of Eastern IdahominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIdaho community college offering dual enrollment opportunities for IDVA students to earn college credit while in high school.
• Northwest Nazarene UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIdaho university offering dual enrollment opportunities for IDVA students to earn college credit while in high school.
• Lewis-Clark State CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIdaho college offering dual enrollment opportunities for IDVA students to earn college credit while in high school.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves1 record

Direct peers

• Connections Academy: A network of tuition-free online public schools serving K-12 students in multiple states under a public-private partnership model. Closely comparable in product (full-time online public school), funding model (per-pupil state funding), and target family segment to IDVA.
• Florida Virtual School (FLVS): A statewide public online school serving Florida K-12 students with full-time and individual course options. Directly comparable state-authorized virtual school model serving a single state's K-12 families through online curriculum and certified teachers.
• Ohio Virtual Academy: Another K12-powered tuition-free online public school serving Ohio K-12 students. Same platform, same funding model, same target families — making it one of the closest operational analogues to IDVA.
• Michigan Virtual: A nonprofit online learning provider serving Michigan students with supplemental and full-time online programs. Comparable as a state-affiliated virtual school serving a similar K-12 audience with online curriculum and teacher support.
• Arizona Virtual Academy (AZVA): A K12-powered tuition-free online public school serving Arizona K-12 students. Operates on the same platform and curriculum as IDVA, making it a near-identical peer differentiated by state.
• Georgia Cyber Academy: A tuition-free online public school authorized in Georgia serving K-12 students statewide. Comparable virtual charter school model funded by per-pupil state allocations with online curriculum and certified teacher support.
• Nevada Virtual Academy: A K12-powered online public school serving Nevada K-12 students. Same operating model, curriculum, and per-pupil state funding structure as IDVA, differentiated only by geography.
• Washington Virtual Academy (WAVA): A K12-powered online public school serving Washington state K-12 students. Shares the same curriculum, platform, and operational structure as IDVA, differing primarily by geography.

Emerging players

• Outlier.org: An online education provider offering accredited college-level courses directly to high-school-aged and adult learners. Partially comparable as an emerging online-learning brand pursuing dual-enrollment and college-credit pathways that increasingly overlap with IDVA's dual-enrollment program.

Broad incumbents

• K12 / Stride, Inc. IDVA's parent company and platform provider, operating a portfolio of tuition-free online public schools, private online schools, and learning programs across dozens of states. Directly comparable as the source of IDVA's curriculum, technology, and operational backbone, and serves as a broader industry incumbent.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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