F-1 Public · Florida
Indian River Charter High School
The artists' high school: music, dance, theatre and visual arts in a Florida seaside town — for those who want to get on stage and go home by the beach.
- F-1 visa
- High school diploma possible
- From age 14
- Year or semester
Indian River fact sheet
Key facts
- Location
- Vero Beach, Florida
- Arrival airport
- Orlando International (MCO)
- Size (pupils)
- 653 in the high school
- Climate
- Temperatures from 6 °C to 31 °C
- High school diploma possible
- yes
- Semester possible
- yes
- Minimum ELTiS
- 217 (old scale)
- Age
- 14 to 18 years old
- School year 2027-2028
- $34,250
- Semester 2027-2028
- $21,300
- Checked on
- 18 October 2026
A week in Indian River
In the morning, an Honors marine science or geometry class, in the county's top-rated high school for the past ten years, with small classes. In the afternoon, the dance studios or one of the campus's professional performance spaces: the high school is the programme's flagship for the arts. On Tuesday, Glee Club, horse riding or robotics. For sport, full-year pupils join the teams of neighbouring high schools. At the weekend, Vero Beach and its beaches, water sports, Florida wildlife, and Orlando not far away. From 6 to 31 °C.
Three things you won't find anywhere else
- The programme's flagship high school for music, dance, drama and the visual arts.
- Rated "A" and the county's top-rated school for ten years, with small classes.
- The Vero Beach beaches and water sports all year round.
Courses, sports and clubs in Indian River
- 61 courses
- 16 sports
- 19 clubs
- Best-stocked subject: Arts (24 courses)
Courses, by subject
Mathematics
- Algebra 1
- Geometry — standard · Honors
- Algebra 2
- Pre-AICE Mathematics 3 (Cambridge)
- Probability and statistics (Honors)
- Mathematics for university
- Data mathematics and financial literacy
- AICE Mathematics 1 (Cambridge)
Science
- Integrated science
- Biology — standard · Honors
- Marine science — Honors · AICE
- Forensic science 1 and 2
- Chemistry — standard · pre-AICE · AICE
- Environmental science
- Physics (Honors)
- AICE Environmental Management (Cambridge)
Humanities
- World history (Honors)
- AICE International History (Cambridge)
- United States history — Honors · AICE
- United States government (AP)
- Economics
- AICE Psychology (Cambridge)
English
- English I-IV (Honors)
- English language — pre-AICE · AICE
- General Paper AICE (Cambridge)
- AICE English Literature (Cambridge)
Languages
- Spanish
- French
Arts
- 2D art
- Creative photography
- Digital art imaging
- Film
- 3D art
- Visual technology
- AICE Art (Cambridge)
- Yearbook
- Multimedia journalism
- Acting
- Ballet I-IV
- Chorus
- Dance kinesiology
- Dance techniques I-IV
- Guitar
- Jazz ensemble
- Musical theatre (by audition)
- Music theory
- Orchestra
- Technical theatre (stage)
- Technical theatre (costumes, make-up, hair)
- Theatre (by audition)
- AICE Music (Cambridge)
- AICE Drama (Cambridge)
Options
- AICE Thinking Skills (Cambridge)
- AICE Global Perspectives (Cambridge)
AICE and pre-AICE: Cambridge programme.
Sports, season by season
Autumn
- American football
- Golf
- Bowling
- Swimming
- Volleyball
Winter
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Wrestling
- Weightlifting
Spring
- Baseball
- Lacrosse
- Rowing
- Tennis
- Track and field
- Water polo
- Softball
Clubs
- Aerobic fitness
- Sign language
- Anime
- Asian Student Union
- Badminton
- Baseball
- Chess
- Debate society
- Dungeons and Dragons
- Theatre
- Horse riding
- Glee Club (singing)
- Dance
- Medical science
- Mountain biking
- Robotics
- Film
- Sports medicine
- Activism
Indian River compared with other districts
Calculations based on the published prices of the districts on this page that show a package; same prices, same results.
| Package | Price | Rank | Difference from the median |
|---|---|---|---|
| School year 2027-2028 | $34,250 | no. 24 of 59 | 6% below the median ($36,550) |
| Semester 2027-2028 | $21,300 | no. 19 of 47 | 6% below the median ($22,750) |
- Within the same state (Florida): ranked 4 of 5 districts for the school year.
- Within the same state (Florida): ranked 3 of 4 districts for the semester.
- Compared with International School of Broward: $2,600 more per year.
- The cheapest district on the list is Newcomb ($23,900): this high school costs $10,350 more (43%).
- Within the same state (Florida), the cheapest is International School of Broward ($31,650): this high school costs $2,600 more (8%).
Rank: from cheapest (no. 1) to most expensive, among the districts showing a price in the same currency. The median is the price in the middle of the list.
Frequently asked questions about Indian River
How much does the school year cost in Indian River?
$34,250 for the 2027-2028 year. This price includes tuition, the host family and local supervision.
How much does a semester cost in Indian River?
$21,300 for one semester in 2027-2028, with the same services.
Is Indian River expensive compared with other districts?
Around the average: ranked 24 from cheapest of our 59 districts, 6% below the median price ($36,550). Within the same state (Florida), it ranks 4 of 5.
Can I go to Indian River for just one semester?
Yes, Indian River also accepts pupils for a single semester.
Can I earn the American diploma in Indian River?
Yes, the American diploma is possible in Indian River.
How old do I need to be to go to Indian River?
Between 14 and 18 years old.
What level of English do I need for Indian River?
An ELTiS score of 217. The ELTiS is the English test that American high schools ask international students to take.
Which airport do I fly into for Indian River?
Via Orlando International airport (MCO).
Sophie knows Vero Beach as if she lived there.
The high school, sports by season, the town, the climate, things to do at the weekend — and the same for the 58 other districts. Ask her, she compares for you.
Daily life there
Vero Beach is a beautiful seaside town with privileged access to Florida's beaches. Thousands of visitors come every year for its perfect climate and scenery. Water sports and wildlife discovery are within easy reach, and the choice of shops and restaurants means there is always something new to discover.
More districts to explore
- International School of BrowardHollywood, Florida
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- Orange County Public SchoolsOrlando, Florida
Indian River, Vero Beach: does it appeal to you?
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