De Anza Academy of Technology and the Arts

Tucked into the creative coastal city of Ventura, De Anza Academy of Technology and the Arts brings a distinctive arts-and-tech focus to middle school that sets it apart from a typical junior high experience. Science scores shine here, making it a solid fit for families who want their kids building real skills alongside creative ones — think project-based learning with a beachy, laid-back California backdrop. Ventura itself is a genuinely livable city with a strong local arts scene and easy beach access, so the school's identity feels right at home in the community it serves.