Nordhoff High School, originally Nordhoff Union High School, is a public high school in Ojai, California that serves the Ojai Valley. The school, established in 1910, is part of the Ojai Unified School District.
Serving 576 students in grades 9-12, Nordhoff High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nordhoff High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Nordhoff High School's student population of 576 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
576 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1910
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
The Heart and Future of the Community
School Rankings
Nordhoff High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nordhoff High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3106 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
51%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nordhoff High School's ranking?
Nordhoff High School is ranked #3106 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Nordhoff High School often compared to?
Nordhoff High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Legacy High School, El Camino High School, Meiners Oaks Early Education by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nordhoff High School?
The graduation rate of Nordhoff High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Nordhoff High School?
576 students attend Nordhoff High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Nordhoff High School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nordhoff High School?
Nordhoff High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nordhoff High School offer ?
Nordhoff High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Nordhoff High School part of?
Nordhoff High School is part of Ojai Unified School District.
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