Besant Hill School Of Happy Valley in Ojai, CA, serves 73 students in grades 9 through 12 in a nonsectarian, rural setting.
Founded in 1946, the school is one of the oldest private high schools in the state of California.
The student鈥搕eacher ratio of 6:1, supported by 13 full鈥搕ime teachers for a small, focused campus community.
Approximately 30% of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school population.
The school offers a private California high school option in a rural area near Ojai, with tuition figures comparable to local averages for high schools.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Besant Hill School Of Happy Valley ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1946
Colors
Green, Navy Blue
Campus Size
520 acres (2.1 km2)
Student Body
Total Students
73 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
9 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Mascot: Coyote
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Besant Hill School Of Happy Valley's ranking?
Besant Hill School Of Happy Valley ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Besant Hill School Of Happy Valley?
The application deadline for Besant Hill School Of Happy Valley is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to Besant Hill School Of Happy Valley is Besant Hill School (0.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Monica Ros School (1.5 miles away)
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8585 Ojai Santa Paula Rd.
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 646-4343
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 646-4343
- miles
Gr: 9-12 | 72 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
5025 Thacher Road
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-3210
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-3210
1.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 259 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Catholic)
407 Bryant Cir Ste C
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 646-5818
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 646-5818
3.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 6,206 students Tuition listed
Weil Tennis Academy And College Preparatory School
Special Program Emphasis
428 Bryant Cir
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-3403
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-3403
3.4 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 61 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
8585 Ojai Santa Paula Rd.
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 646-4343
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 646-4343
- miles
Gr: 9-12 | 72 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
5025 Thacher Road
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-3210
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-3210
1.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 259 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mother Of Divine Grace School ![Mother Of Divine Grace School Photo]( "Mother Of Divine Grace School Photo")
(Catholic)
407 Bryant Cir Ste C
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 646-5818
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 646-5818
3.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 6,206 students Tuition listed
Weil Tennis Academy And College Preparatory School
Special Program Emphasis
428 Bryant Cir
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-3403
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-3403
3.4 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 61 students Tuition listed
302 El Paseo Road
Ojai, CA 93023
(866) 702-4777
Ojai, CA 93023
(866) 702-4777
4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 3,080 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 41 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Mother Of Divine Grace School ![Mother Of Divine Grace School Photo]( "Mother Of Divine Grace School Photo")
(Catholic)
407 Bryant Cir Ste C
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 646-5818
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 646-5818
3.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 6,206 students Tuition listed
Weil Tennis Academy And College Preparatory School
Special Program Emphasis
428 Bryant Cir
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-3403
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-3403
3.4 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 61 students Tuition listed
302 El Paseo Road
Ojai, CA 93023
(866) 702-4777
Ojai, CA 93023
(866) 702-4777
4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 3,080 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 41 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Alternative School
530 West Ojai Avenue, Suite 107
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 633-1171
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 633-1171
4.1 miles
Gr: 3-8 | 6 students Avg. class size: 4 students Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Mother Of Divine Grace School ![Mother Of Divine Grace School Photo]( "Mother Of Divine Grace School Photo")
(Catholic)
407 Bryant Cir Ste C
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 646-5818
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 646-5818
3.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 6,206 students Tuition listed
723 El Paseo Road
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-2575
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 640-2575
4.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 286 students Tuition listed
220 West Lomita Ave
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 646-8236
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 646-8236
5.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 231 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
806 Baldwin Rd
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 649-2525
Ojai, CA 93023
(805) 649-2525
7.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 163 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
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
2.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 183 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
(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
3.3 miles
Gr: K-6 | 347 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
400 South Lomita Ave.
Ojai, CA 93024
(805) 640-4300
Ojai, CA 93024
(805) 640-4300
3.5 miles
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
3.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 37 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
(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
4.3 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 271 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
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