Excellent
#1033 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 11% in state
Malibu High
High School · Santa Monica-Malibu Unified
30215 Morning View Dr., Malibu, CA 90265
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,033 of 9,539
In Malibu
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#9 of 15
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Malibu High
Malibu High is a public high school in Malibu, CA, part of Santa Monica-Malibu Unified. Malibu High serves approximately 390 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Malibu High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,033 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Malibu High show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Malibu High — Students at Malibu High score 61% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How Malibu High Compares
See how Malibu High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
30215 Morning View Dr., Malibu, CA 90265
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Malibu High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Webster Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 7.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Westlake Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Westlake Village), with a comparable rating. Additionally, White Oak Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Westlake Village), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Malibu, see our Malibu schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Malibu Middle Malibu | 0.0 mi | 6.4 |
| MCKINNA LEARNING CENTER Malibu | 1.3 mi | — |
| Point Dume School Malibu | 1.3 mi | — |
| Malibu Elementary Malibu | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Life Grove, LLC. Malibu | 1.8 mi | — |
| Road to Success Academy at Campus Kilpatrick Downey | 4.7 mi | — |
| The Vida School Agoura Hills | 6.8 mi | — |
| Saint Jude the Apostle Westlake Village | 7.9 mi | — |
| White Oak Elementary Westlake Village | 8.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Westlake Elementary Westlake Village | 8.4 mi | 8.0 |
| OUR LADY OF MALIBU SCHOOL Malibu | 7.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Our Lady of Malibu Malibu | 7.3 mi | — |
| Webster Elementary Malibu | 7.4 mi | 8.4 |
| FUSION ACADEMY WESTLAKE VILLAGE Westlake Village | 8.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Fusion Academy - Westlake Village Westlake Village | 8.9 mi | — |
| CARDEN CONEJO SCHOOL Westlake Village | 9.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Compass Charter Schools of San Diego Thousand Oaks | 9.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Compass Charter Schools of Los Angeles Thousand Oaks | 9.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Compass Charter School of Yolo Thousand Oaks | 9.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Tribu Global Learning Academy Westlake Village | 9.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90265 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$191,080
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
15,914
College Educated
71.4%
Homeownership
78.5%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
50.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Malibu High
What grades does Malibu High serve?
Malibu High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Malibu High?
Malibu High has an enrollment of approximately 390 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Malibu High?
The student-teacher ratio at Malibu High is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Malibu High rank in CA?
Malibu High ranks #1,033 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Malibu High's MySchoolScout rating?
Malibu High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Malibu High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Malibu High has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Malibu High a charter school?
No, Malibu High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Malibu High a Title I school?
No, Malibu High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Malibu High?
16.9% of students at Malibu High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 390
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.7%
- Phone
- (310) 457-6801
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,641
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,994
- District Rank
- #9 of 15
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