Ocean View High School

17071 Gothard Street

School District

Huntington Beach Union High
Grade

9-12
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:20
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on April 23, 2018

It’s been incredible for both of my children. It’s small so the teachers and other staff are very involved with the kids. It’s diverse and encourages acceptance of others. Good programs such as IB and plenty of AP classes. Those that don’t fit into the high achieving academic group are not left behind. Everyone can find their niche. I know of many kids this year that we’re accepted at very reputable colleges such as Berkeley, UCLA and many others. I’m very happy that my children are at Ocean View
Submitted by parent on April 01, 2015

My son is a senior and I cannot wait for him to be done with this school. He choose this school because of the IB program. Students are taught AP and IB curriculum in the same classroom, and at the end they do not do well on either exam. This school is fine if a child is a below average or an average student. Students planning on going to higher ranking universities should look for a different school.
Submitted by parent on May 05, 2014

I had the chance to send my son to any HS in the District and I chose Ocean View and after 4 years I will make the same choice for my Daughter. The school is great and the Principal is fantastic. I never had a problem with any teachers or other students. Unlike the larger schools in the area your student is treated like a real person and not a just a student ID number. I have no regrets about choosing this school for my children to attend.
Submitted by teacher on April 09, 2014

I am a teacher and parent, and while I could send my three children to any school in the district, and have in fact worked with all schools in the district, Ocean View is the best and only choice for us. This school has changed my son's life. He began struggling to pass classes and uninterested in sports or clubs. Now he's competing at the varsity level in two sports, progressing in the skills he was struggling with, and has made friends with so many different types of kids. Kids are welcoming and accepting, and teachers are loving and supportive. Our principal and administrative staff know kids by name and the principal says he loves them every day in the announcements. Kids are intolerant of bullying. I've worked here for fourteen years, and while yes, we do have low income areas that feed into the school, and many language learners which lowers our test scores, safety from crime and violence has never been an issue for me. Kids are respectful and caring, of each other and their teachers. Students are encouraged and supported in taking rigorous honors courses and enroll in college. My son and my family love this school, which is why it absolutely deserves a five star rating.
Submitted by other on April 04, 2014

This school is one of the best in Huntington Beach, if not the best. A principal that cares and says he loves you weekly. A great marching band, Ya. I went there.
Submitted by other on April 04, 2014

Teachers here are very nice and really care about you as a person. Very small school, so you get a lot of attention.
Submitted by other on April 04, 2014

Ocean View High School is so awesome It's an honor to attend this school. I love it
Submitted by other on April 04, 2014

Ocean View is one of the smallest schools in the district, making it a very close knit campus and community. The principal is phenomenal, absolutely the happiest man on campus- always telling kids that he loves them. The staff is helpful and always determined to improve the learning environment and curriculum. This school just passed its WASC review with flying colors and remarkable reviews. The hateful or derogatory comments below are inaccurate and written out of spite. The students are very active and involved on campus because they are given every opportunity available, despite financial situations or background. The school is known for its stereotypical Hispanic population and while it's true that we have a large amount of Hispanics, it's also true that we are proud of every student on campus. Ocean View is a wonderful school and it deserves more than five stars.
Submitted by other on April 04, 2014

The teachers are friendly and the small campus makes it easier to interact with people. There isn't some strict social hierarchy and there are plenty of clubs that make going to this school really fun. Though the IB/AP classes are difficult, there is a lot of support for students to get from the school's staff.
Submitted by other on April 04, 2014

Ocean View is a special place. Not many high schools have the same family atmosphere, rigorous academics, and diversity that this one has. It is a school that has constantly improved with more AP/IB classes with kids and teachers who are successful. Even those that take college prep courses are challenged in their coursework. We have opportunities here that other schools in the district and county don't have. This is a place where you can fit in and belong. You can explore your passion and find what you love to do. We take the road less traveled and test scores/ratings don't always tell the true story. As a student, I enjoy being here and will miss OV when I graduate.
Submitted by other on April 04, 2014

Its a shame to see some of these comments, especially since there's no verification or justifications for them. The environment is friendly and generally positive. In my 3 years at OV, I haven't had or seen any negative encounters between students or staff. The IB and AP programs are well run, and the school is genuinely interested in offering classes that students want to take, recently adding AP Chem and AP Environmental to the list, as well as IB HL math. Finally, the extracurriculars are much more inclusive, with a smaller student body size and no-cut sports in several areas creating a larger opportunity for first-time sports players, and clubs such as Film Club and OV Robotics, which are involved in much larger events like film festivals and the FIRST organization. Overall, I've seen a much more positive response from students at OV about their school than students from other High Schools in the area.
Submitted by other on April 04, 2014

Ocean View High School is wonderful. The IB program and the BA make the school special. It has a wonderful student culture and the smaller student body allows students to participate in more school functions, sports, and clubs than at large sized schools. On a side note, the Chinese program is also wonderful!
Submitted by other on April 04, 2014

Attending Ocean View High School was the best decision I have ever made. The staff is incredible, they pay attention to the students and try especially hard to make sure each and every one succeeds. The smaller number of students makes it an easy environment to meet new people and make friends in. The sports are fantastic and everyone is able to participate in some way whether they have never played or have complete experience. The new pool was a great addition to the school and the campus is all around very clean. Ocean View offers the AP/IB program to help kids excel in their academics and pushes them to work hard. There is also Business Academy, ASB, El Viento and a variety of other clubs anyone can participate in. I really have enjoyed my experience here and would never change schools. The people I have met here have had a positive impact on my life and the staff are amazing role models for their students. Overall Ocean View is a school I would highly recommend, everything about it is amazing and the school is like one giant family.
Submitted by other on April 04, 2014

Ocean View has an great student unity. I have always felt safe and welcomed on the Ocean View campus. There are great teachers who really care about every individual student and want them to succeed. The Business Academy, an elite three year program, has taught me many skills including public speaking, the use of Quickbooks, MS Excel, and creates good networking opportunities to keep contact with executives of companies. There are many wonderful programs and opportunities available at Ocean View High School.
Submitted by other on April 04, 2014

There have been many experiences that I have obtained from attending Ocean View. It was very tempting to avoid this school from the fact that is the time it takes to get to the school itself every day, but so far I have yet to regret something from the great decision I made three years ago. The school itself offers a variety of =opportunities for anyone to enjoy a great time. Various programs, clubs, and higher level classes create such diversity. The small campus allows for newcomers to not have a rough time integrating into the the family that is Ocean View. We are the only school that provides the International Baccalaureate, which gives students who wish to pursue a higher leave of education above AP level courses to do so. Truly a great opportunity for anyone and I both dread and long the final chapter that this school holds for me next year. GO seahawks!
Submitted by other on April 04, 2014

From the first day of my freshman year, I have always felt very welcome here. I never felt any pressure to join any cliques or get involved in any drama. This was such a huge relief from middle school because no one cared if you wanted to hang out by yourself. I came to Ocean View because I wanted to enroll in the IB program, and I have to say that the majority of teachers here really care about what they do. There is really no major drug or social problems here, despite what other reviews may say. Besides, students make the decision what crowd they fall into. Being a really small school, I don't feel as though there is a major "bad crowd" thing going on at the school. I am really glad I decided to enroll in Ocean View even though all my other friends went to Huntington.
Submitted by other on April 04, 2014

[Ocean View,] I've met some really great people at here, not all, but most. I like the volleyball program, track and field program, and IB program to help the students to achieve more. All in all, it's a good school, it may have a few flaws, however, so does everything else in this world. It's well-rounded in both academics and other extra-curricular programs such as sports and band. The staff has been friendly and helpful and I honestly see this as a very good school and wouldn't want to be anywhere else.
Submitted by other on April 04, 2014

I enjoy going to Ocean View because of all of the opportunities I am given to join in on school activities. I am currently in my third year here, and I've done sports in all seasons all three years. We really benefit from being a small school because the teams are all basically no-cut. If you want to do something, go for it! You're allowed to here. There isn't a drug problem like at other school. I hear stories all the time about other schools' drug problems, and I am thankful that I go to Ocean View. The staff really tries hard to make sure you succeed. I have been involved in AP classes since sophomore year, and my teachers didn't just teach the subjects, they taught me how to study in a way that works for me. Everyone is really nice; there are cliques, but everyone has their own clique. "You can't spell 'LOVE' without 'OV'" is the most emphasized policy of Ocean View; and it really is true.
Submitted by other on April 04, 2014

Ocean View High School is an amazing school. It has opportunities for everyone. Containing both the International Baccalaureate and Advance Placement classes, it gives students the chance for a rigorous education. The teachers help in all classes. They do their best to give us the best education. In athletics, no one is turned down, even for money issues. The music department is fantastic, having a great band and choir. Students in the music program are taught personal music skills and ensemble skills. There are many clubs at our school. They vary from robotics to red cross. This school also has a career center. This place prepares us for life after high school. It helps kids find jobs and scholarship opportunities as well as finding the right college for each kid. I could not imagine a better school.
Submitted by teacher on April 04, 2014

I have worked at OVHS for 10 years and have been to many high schools in Orange County and LA County throughout my career. Without hesitation, I will say that is the best school I've ever worked at. The students are the most well-rounded and the school environment is a breeding ground for improvement and self-empowerment. The staff and teachers will go above and beyond for students and families and have the strongest commitment to the community as a whole. People mistakenly judge a school by their standardized testing scores (API) and this is only a small piece of how successful a school really is. Students are challenged daily to push themselves and take challenging classes that will boost their self-concept. The support for all students is incredible in all areas. Superficial reviews are only harmful and once you take the time to meet with staff at the school, you'll see how inaccurate they can be. Go Seahawks!