Mira Monte Elementary

Tucked into the scenic Ojai Valley, Mira Monte Elementary is a solid neighborhood school where kids benefit from the district's tight-knit, small-town feel and a surprisingly strong showing in science for its grade level. Ojai itself is a charming, arts-forward community surrounded by mountains and orange groves — the kind of place where families put down deep roots and stay involved — and that sense of community spirit carries right into the classroom. Families drawn to a slower pace of life, outdoor access, and a school where their kids won't get lost in the crowd will find a lot to like here.