Very Good
#252 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 14% of private schools
Besant Hill School of Happy Valley
High School
8585 OJAI SANTA PAULA RD, Ojai, CA 93023
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#252 of 1,787
In Ojai
#3 of 6
public schools
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Besant Hill School of Happy Valley
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About Besant Hill School of Happy Valley
Besant Hill School of Happy Valley is a private high school in Ojai, CA. Besant Hill School of Happy Valley serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Besant Hill School of Happy Valley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #252 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 73 students, Besant Hill School of Happy Valley is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.6:1 students to teachers, Besant Hill School of Happy Valley sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Besant Hill School of Happy Valley is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Besant Hill School of Happy Valley compares to the 8 public schools in Ojai, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Ojai
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Besant Hill School of Happy Valley (this school) | 7.5 |
| Topa Topa Elementary | 4.5 |
| Legacy High | 5.0 |
| Summit | 2.8 |
| Nordhoff High | 7.4 |
| Nordhoff Jr. High | 4.2 |
| Meiners Oaks Elementary | 3.6 |
| Mira Monte Elementary | 3.8 |
| Valley Oak Charter | 2.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
8585 OJAI SANTA PAULA RD, Ojai, CA 93023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Besant Hill School of Happy Valley may also want to explore other high schools in the area. VILLANOVA PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Nordhoff High (rated 7.4/10, 4.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Legacy High (rated 5.0/10, 3.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ojai, see our Ojai schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Besant Hill School of Happy Valley Ojai | 0.0 mi | — |
| MONICA ROS SCHOOL Ojai | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Monica Ros School Ojai | 1.5 mi | — |
| The Thacher School Ojai | 1.8 mi | — |
| Mother of Divine Grace Ojai | 3.3 mi | — |
| Topa Topa Elementary Ojai | 3.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Weil Tennis Academy and College Preparatory School Ojai | 3.3 mi | — |
| Legacy High Ojai | 3.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Summit Ojai | 3.6 mi | 2.8 |
| Laurel Springs Ojai | 4.0 mi | — |
| Global Village School Ojai | 4.0 mi | — |
| Ojai Valley School Ojai | 4.4 mi | — |
| OJAI VALLEY SCHOOL Ojai | 4.4 mi | 7.7 |
| VILLANOVA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Ojai | 4.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Nordhoff Jr. High Ojai | 4.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Nordhoff High Ojai | 4.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Meiners Oaks Elementary Ojai | 5.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Mira Monte Elementary Ojai | 5.6 mi | 3.8 |
| OAK GROVE SCHOOL Ojai | 5.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Valley Oak Charter Ojai | 5.8 mi | 2.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,298
Median Home Value
$888,700
Median Rent
$1,831/mo
Population
21,559
College Educated
41.1%
Homeownership
73.5%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
51
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Besant Hill School of Happy Valley
What grades does Besant Hill School of Happy Valley serve?
Besant Hill School of Happy Valley serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Besant Hill School of Happy Valley?
Besant Hill School of Happy Valley has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Besant Hill School of Happy Valley?
The student-teacher ratio at Besant Hill School of Happy Valley is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Besant Hill School of Happy Valley rank in CA?
Besant Hill School of Happy Valley ranks #252 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Besant Hill School of Happy Valley's MySchoolScout rating?
Besant Hill School of Happy Valley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Besant Hill School of Happy Valley a private school?
Yes, Besant Hill School of Happy Valley is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Besant Hill School of Happy Valley a religious school?
No, Besant Hill School of Happy Valley is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 73
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Ventura County
- Phone
- (805) 223-5698
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