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#63 of 3,177 private schools in CA
Top 2% of private schools
Ojai Valley School
High School
723 El Paseo Road, Ojai, CA 93023
About Ojai Valley School
Ojai Valley School is a private high school in Ojai, CA 93023. The school serves approximately 307 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 5.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 3.2/10, placing it in the 98th percentile among private schools in CA — an below average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in classroom attention (9.1/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $82,298, where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Compared to the 8 public schools in Ojai, Ojai Valley School rates lower overall (3.2 vs 3.9 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Ojai Valley School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Ojai, CA
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ojai Valley School (this school) | 3.2 |
| Nordhoff High | 8.0 |
| Nordhoff Jr. High | 4.1 |
| Summit | 1.6 |
| Legacy High | 4.5 |
| Meiners Oaks Elementary | 3.9 |
| Mira Monte Elementary | 4.2 |
| Valley Oak Charter | 1.1 |
| Topa Topa Elementary | 3.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
723 El Paseo Road, Ojai, CA 93023
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OJAI VALLEY SCHOOL Ojai | 0.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Global Village School Ojai | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Laurel Springs Ojai | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Nordhoff Jr. High Ojai | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Nordhoff High Ojai | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Summit Ojai | 0.9 mi | 1.6 |
| Legacy High Ojai | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| VILLANOVA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Ojai | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Weil Tennis Academy and College Preparatory School Ojai | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Mother of Divine Grace Ojai | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Meiners Oaks Elementary Ojai | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| OAK GROVE SCHOOL Ojai | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Mira Monte Elementary Ojai | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Topa Topa Elementary Ojai | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Valley Oak Charter Ojai | 1.5 mi | 1.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF OJAI Ojai | 3.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Monica Ros School Ojai | 3.5 mi | 3.2 |
| MONICA ROS SCHOOL Ojai | 3.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Sunset Elementary Oak View | 4.6 mi | 3.3 |
| BESANT HILL SCHOOL OF HAPPY VALLEY Ojai | 4.4 mi | 3.2 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL SALESIAN COLLEGE PREP Watsonville, CA | 3.2 |
| Sierra Vista High (Alternative) Whittier, CA | 3.2 |
| St. Francis High School Salesian College Preparatory, Inc. Watsonville, CA | 3.2 |
| The Thacher School Ojai, CA | 3.2 |
| VILLANOVA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Ojai, CA | 3.2 |
| Altus Schools East County San Diego, CA | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ojai Valley School
What grades does Ojai Valley School serve?
Ojai Valley School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Ojai Valley School?
Ojai Valley School has an enrollment of approximately 307 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ojai Valley School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ojai Valley School is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ojai Valley School rank in CA?
Ojai Valley School is ranked #63 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is Ojai Valley School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ojai Valley School has a composite rating of 3.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Ojai Valley School a private school?
Yes, Ojai Valley School is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 307
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Ventura
- Phone
- (805) 646-1423
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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