Summary:
In zip code 93023, which covers the Ojai, California area, there is one public middle school, Nordhoff Junior High, serving grades 7 and 8 with an enrollment of 271 students.
Nordhoff Junior High, part of the Ojai Unified school district, shows academic performance that is generally below state averages, particularly in mathematics, though it is closer to its own district's averages. The school's statewide ranking has declined over the past three years. A notable strength is its lower chronic absenteeism rate of 16.2%, which is better than both the district and state, indicating a positive school environment for student attendance.
With over half of its students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch and a student-teacher ratio of 22 to 1, the school serves a diverse community. Its performance in science is closest to the state average, suggesting a relative strength. Parents should note that the school's trends and performance are consistent with broader patterns in the Ojai Unified district, which itself ranks in the middle of all California districts.
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