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Ojai Valley School
723 El Paseo Road, Ojai, CA 93023 - View a map of this school Map
tel: (805)646-1423

Ojai Valley School welcomes motivated students in grades 3 through 12 seeking a challenging well balanced academic program. Through the development of a strong academic curriculum and with emphasis on study skills, confidence and leadership, students earn placement at select colleges and universities worldwide.

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Overview:
School Focus College Preparatory College Preparatory
Grades Offered  (Boarding) 3-12 9-12
Grades Offered (Day) Pre-K-12 9-12
School Type Co-ed Co-ed
Support for ADD/ADHD Students Yes Yes
Religious Affiliation Non-denominational Non-denominational
Year Founded 1911 1900
Campus Size 195 acres 135 acres
     
Student Body    
Enrollment 295 students 300 students
Percent Students of Color 9% 18%
Percent International Students 20% 16%
Percent Students Boarding 40% 70%
Average SAT Score n/a *National Avg. » View
Offers Post-Grad Year No No
     
Academics and Faculty    
Saturday Classes No No
Classroom Dress Code Casual Casual
Average Class Size 12 12
*National School Avg. » 20
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:6 1:7
# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered 11 14
ESL Courses Offered Yes Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree 43% 60%
Summer Program Offered Yes Yes
     
Finances    
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students) $42,900 $39,900
Yearly Tuition (Day Students) $19,520 $22,560
Percent Students on Financial Aid 7% 31%
Average Financial Aid Grant $6,000 $18,000
Merit Scholarships Offered No No
     
Admission    
Application Deadline Feb. 1 / rolling Jan. 15
SSAT Required Yes Yes
Acceptance Rate 64% 60%
Director of Admissions Tracy Wilson
Associate Director of Admissions Aimee Ritsema
Course Listings:
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
AP / Advanced Courses:    
# of AP/Advanced Courses Offered 11 14


Honors U.S. HistoryHonors English
AP Studio ArtAP Statistics
AP SpanishAP Philosophy
AP FrenchAP Environmental Science
AP EnglishAP Computer Science
AP ChemistryAP Calculus
AP Biology 
Sports:
Total Interscholastic Sports Offered 11 13


BaseballBasketball
Cross CountryEquestrian
FootballGolf
LacrosseSoccer
TennisTrack and Field
Volleyball 
Extracurricular:
Total Extracurricular Organizations 9 23
 
 
ChorusCommunity Service
Community ServiceCycling
DramaNewspaper
WeightliftingYearbook
Yoga 
College Matriculation:  
Year: -
Link to Matriculation Data
School Notes:
  • Founded in 1911, Ojai Valley School is recognized for its challenging academics and unique programs:
    • 100% college placement
    • Interscholastic sports
    • Outdoor education (trips to Yosemite, Escalante, the Lost Coast and Joshua Tree)
    • Equestrian program
    • Community service (includes a trip to Oaxaca, Mexico)
    • Fine and performing arts
    • International ESL and summer programs
  • A spectacular location 40 miles southeast of Santa Barbara and at the foot of the Los Padres National Forest ensures weekend access to beaches, lakes and mountains.
  • Profile last updated: 10/29/2009
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