Oak Manor Elementary

Oak Manor Elementary sits in Ukiah, a small city tucked into the inland valleys of Mendocino County — far enough from the Bay Area bustle to feel genuinely small-town, with redwood forests and vineyards just beyond the city limits. The school's academics are a work in progress, with scores that trail most of the state, so families who prioritize strong test performance may want to weigh their options carefully within the Ukiah Unified district. That said, for families already rooted in this tight-knit community, Oak Manor can be part of a slower-paced, nature-rich upbringing that's hard to find anywhere else in California.