For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 2,304 students in Ojai, CA (there are 14 private schools, serving 11,725 private students). 18% of all K-12 students in Ojai, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Ojai, CA are El Camino High School, Nordhoff High School and Topa Topa Elementary 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 29% (versus the California public school average of 34%), 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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Ojai, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
El Camino High School
Alternative School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
61 Day Rd.
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 289-7955
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 289-7955
Gr: 9-12 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Nordhoff High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1401 Maricopa Hwy.
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4343
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4343
Gr: 9-12 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
Topa Topa Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | 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
Gr: K-6 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #44.
Mira Monte Elementary 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
Gr: K-6 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #55.
Legacy High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
703 El Paseo Rd.
Ojai, CA 93024
(805) 640-4330
Ojai, CA 93024
(805) 640-4330
Gr: 9-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #66.
Valley Oak Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
907 El Centro St.
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4421
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4421
Gr: K-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #77.
Meiners Oaks Early Education
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 South Lomita Ave.
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4378
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4378
Gr: K | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #88.
Nordhoff Jr. High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Maricopa Hwy
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4343
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-4343
Gr: 7-8 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #99.
Summit
Alternative School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
650 Carne Rd.
Ojai, CA 93024
(805) 640-4300
Ojai, CA 93024
(805) 640-4300
Gr: K-12 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
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 Topa Topa Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Ojai?
10 public schools are located in Ojai.
What percentage of students in Ojai go to public school?
18% of all K-12 students in Ojai are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Ojai?
Ojai public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (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, Legacy High School vs. Nordhoff High School, Topa Topa Elementary School vs. Mira Monte Elementary School
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