Needs Improvement
#8943 of 9,539 schools in CA
Meiners Oaks Elementary
Elementary School · Ojai Unified
400 South Lomita Ave., Ojai, CA 93023
Enrollment
86
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Enrollment
86
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,943 of 9,539
In Ojai
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
Ojai Unified
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About Meiners Oaks Elementary
Meiners Oaks Elementary is a public elementary school in Ojai, CA, part of Ojai Unified. Meiners Oaks Elementary serves approximately 86 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-Kindergarten, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Meiners Oaks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #8,943 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Meiners Oaks Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 86 students, Meiners Oaks Elementary 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.
71% of students at Meiners Oaks Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Meiners Oaks Elementary — Students at Meiners Oaks Elementary score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.5/10.
How Meiners Oaks Elementary Compares
See how Meiners Oaks Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
400 South Lomita Ave., Ojai, CA 93023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meiners Oaks Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sunset Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Oak View), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONICA ROS SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Topa Topa Elementary (rated 4.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ojai, see our Ojai schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OAK GROVE SCHOOL Ojai | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Valley Oak Charter Ojai | 0.6 mi | 2.0 |
| Nordhoff Jr. High Ojai | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Nordhoff High Ojai | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Mira Monte Elementary Ojai | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| OJAI VALLEY SCHOOL Ojai | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Ojai Valley School Ojai | 1.1 mi | — |
| VILLANOVA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Ojai | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Global Village School Ojai | 1.5 mi | — |
| Laurel Springs Ojai | 1.5 mi | — |
| Summit Ojai | 1.9 mi | 2.8 |
| Legacy High Ojai | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Weil Tennis Academy and College Preparatory School Ojai | 2.1 mi | — |
| Mother of Divine Grace Ojai | 2.1 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF OJAI Ojai | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Topa Topa Elementary Ojai | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Sunset Elementary Oak View | 4.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Monica Ros School Ojai | 4.5 mi | — |
| MONICA ROS SCHOOL Ojai | 4.5 mi | 5.5 |
| BESANT HILL SCHOOL OF HAPPY VALLEY Ojai | 5.4 mi | 7.5 |
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 Meiners Oaks Elementary
What grades does Meiners Oaks Elementary serve?
Meiners Oaks Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Meiners Oaks Elementary?
Meiners Oaks Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 86 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meiners Oaks Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Meiners Oaks Elementary is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Meiners Oaks Elementary rank in CA?
Meiners Oaks Elementary ranks #8,943 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Meiners Oaks Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Meiners Oaks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Meiners Oaks Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Meiners Oaks Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Meiners Oaks Elementary a charter school?
No, Meiners Oaks Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Meiners Oaks Elementary a Title I school?
No, Meiners Oaks Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meiners Oaks Elementary?
31.4% of students at Meiners Oaks Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 86
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ventura County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.9%
- Phone
- (805) 640-4378
Resources & Links
District
Ojai Unified- District Enrollment
- 2,085
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,283
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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