For the 2024-25 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 2,473 students in Ojai, CA (there are 13 private schools, serving 10,010 private students). 20% of all K-12 students in Ojai, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Ojai, CA are El Camino High School, Nordhoff High School and Legacy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ojai, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Ojai have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Ojai, CA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
El Camino High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
61 Day Rd.
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 289-7955
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 289-7955
Grades: 9-12
| 215 students
Rank: #22.
Nordhoff High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1401 Maricopa Hwy.
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4343
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4343
Grades: 9-12
| 666 students
Rank: #33.
Legacy High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
114 N. Montgomery
Ojai, CA 93024
(805) 640-4330
Ojai, CA 93024
(805) 640-4330
Grades: 9-12
| 43 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Mira Monte Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1216 Loma Dr.
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4384
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4384
Grades: K-5
| 293 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Topa Topa Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
916 Mountain View Ave.
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4366
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4366
Grades: K-5
| 241 students
Rank: #66.
Meiners Oaks Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 S. Lomita Ave.
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4378
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4378
Grades: K-5
| 241 students
Rank: #77.
Valley Oak Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
907 El Centro St.
Ojai, CA 93024
(805) 640-4421
Ojai, CA 93024
(805) 640-4421
Grades: K-12
| 50 students
Rank: #88.
Matilija Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
703 El Paseo Rd.
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4355
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4355
Grades: 6-8
| 441 students
Rank: #99.
San Antonio Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
650 Carne Rd.
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4373
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4373
Grades: K-8
| 134 students
Rank: #1010.
Summit
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12525 Ojai-santa Paula Rd.
Ojai, CA 93024
(805) 640-4373
Ojai, CA 93024
(805) 640-4373
Grades: K-12
| 149 students
Ojai, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
12525 Ojai/santa Paula Rd.
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4391
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4391
Grades: K-6
| 43 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Ojai, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Ojai, CA include El Camino High School, Nordhoff High School and Legacy High School.
How many public schools are located in Ojai?
11 public schools are located in Ojai.
What percentage of students in Ojai go to public school?
20% of all K-12 students in Ojai are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Ojai?
Ojai public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Ojai are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Ojai include: Mira Monte Elementary School vs. Topa Topa Elementary School, San Antonio Elementary School vs. Topa Topa Elementary School, Legacy High School vs. Nordhoff High School
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