Besant Hill School Of Happy Valley

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–teacher ratio of 6:1, supported by 13 full–time 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.

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Top Rankings

Besant Hill School Of Happy Valley ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

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School History

School Overview

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.: 51%
Students by Grade
Besant Hill School Of Happy Valley Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
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).

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The average private school tuition in Ojai, CA is $21,372 for elementary schools and $31,930 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Ojai, CA is 61% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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