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Each student can develop to his or her fullest POTENTIAL

SERVICE to others is a responsibility of every educated person

SERVICE to others is a responsibility of every educated person

Each individual is unique and deserves RESPECT

Each individual is unique and deserves RESPECT

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE is the means to a full life

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE is the means to a full life

Each student can develop to his or her fullest POTENTIAL

Each student can develop to his or her fullest POTENTIAL

A safe, nurturing COMMUNITY is essential to academic excellence

A safe, nurturing COMMUNITY is essential to academic excellence

Welcome to Central City Value High School

Central City Value High School's mission is to establish and support free, high quality, values-based charter schools for students historically underserved by traditional public schools. We help students to make a difference for their society and their world. 
 
Grounded in our values, our rigorous academic programs challenge our students to be a part of a rich learning environment. We have high expectations for our students and we do everything we can to ensure our students reach these expectations. Join us as we create exceptional schools, exceptional communities, and exceptional lives. 
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Where our students say...

•I belong in this academic community;
• My ability and competence grow with
my effort;
• I can succeed at this; and
• This work has value for me.
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We Climb

With unanimous support from the neighborhood council, the Los Angeles City Planning Commission, and the California School Finance Authority, we’re cleared to move to the construction phase of the Everest Value School project. With the support of friends and generous donors, we’re on our way to achieving our goal of $5.8 million in private gifts toward the total cost of the project. As always, we rely on our committed leaders.
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  • High School Graduates:97%
  • College Ready Graduates:83%
  • Accepted to 4-year Universities:73%

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Students from the BEST 2026 with Mr. Cambridge and Mr. Doyle

Values in Action: Back East Scholars Trip 2026

The Back-East Scholars Trip (BEST) continues to transform futures. Since 2013, more than 130 Value Schools students have explored some of the nation’s most prestigious universities, gaining the confidence to dream bigger and aim higher during this trip. BEST alumni have gone on to attend institutions including MIT, Brown, Columbia, Johns Hopkins, the Naval Academy, and more, with many returning to mentor the next generation. Through college visits, career exploration, and life-changing experiences, BEST is helping students discover not only where they can go, but who they can become. Learn more about the inspiring BEST journeys of current students and Value Schools alumni who are turning opportunity into achievement.
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