Ocean View High School is a public comprehensive college-prep academy located in Huntington Beach, California. OVHS was established in 1976; their mascot is the Seahawks. Currently, there are approximately 1,350 enrolled students. It is part of the HBUHSD school district, with five other high schools.
Serving 1,216 students in grades 9-12, Ocean View 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,216 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocean View High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ocean View High School's student population of 1,216 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,216 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1976
Colors
White, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ocean View High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ocean View High School is 0.49, 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
#4039 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocean View High School's ranking?
Ocean View High School is ranked #4039 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ocean View High School often compared to?
Ocean View High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fountain Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ocean View High School?
The graduation rate of Ocean View High School is 89%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ocean View High School?
1,216 students attend Ocean View High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Ocean View High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ocean View High School?
Ocean View High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ocean View High School offer ?
Ocean View High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ocean View High School part of?
Ocean View High School is part of Huntington Beach Union High School District.
School Reviews
5 4/14/2014
I am currently a senior at Ocean View High School, class of 2014. If you haven't already, I recommend that you watch the "Ocean View High School: Small School, Big Opportunity" video in order to grasp a better understanding of our campus. During middle school, I chose to transfer to this school, meaning that Ocean View High School isn't my homeschool, and it is a decision that I am proud to have made. The staff here are supportive and open to all students, as well as the many programs that we have to offer: Honors, AP, IB, Business Academy, Bridges, ASB, our diverse clubs, sports, tutoring, etc. If you are searching for a school that will have a positive impact on your child's future, you are going in the right direction. For more information, you can visit www.ovhs.info/
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