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The Thacher School
Private School
Grades 9-12
Niche: A+

The Thacher School

Upper Ojai

10/10

Exceptional

GreatSchools

260

Students

9-12

Grade Span

Independent — CAIS / NAIS

District

#1 Boarding School in CA (Niche)
NAIS Member

About The Thacher School

Founded 1889 — one of the most selective and renowned college-prep boarding schools in the western U.S.

Why It Stands Out

Iconic Ojai boarding school where every freshman cares for their own horse. Among the top-ranked boarding schools in the nation.

Admissions

Highly selective. SSAT required. Application via Ravenna.

Programs & Features

Boarding
Horse Program
College Prep
Wilderness
Top Ivy Placement

Contact & Location

5025 Thacher Rd, Ojai, CA 93023

(805) 646-4377

Nearby Schools in Upper Ojai

Ojai Valley School (Upper Campus)

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10/10

Ojai Valley School (Lower Campus)

PK-8 • private

10/10

Besant Hill School of Happy Valley

8-12 • private

9/10

Laurel Springs School

K-12 • private

8/10

Sources: Niche, Private School Review, School Website. Ratings and data are sourced from third-party providers and may not reflect current conditions.