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#4777 of 9,539 schools in CA
Malibu Middle
Middle School · Santa Monica-Malibu Unified
30237 Morning View Dr., Malibu, CA 90265
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,777 of 9,539
In Malibu
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#14 of 15
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Malibu Middle
Middle School in Malibu · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Malibu Middle
Malibu Middle is a public middle school in Malibu, CA, part of Santa Monica-Malibu Unified. Malibu Middle serves approximately 247 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Malibu Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,777 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Malibu Middle show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 8.0
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Malibu Middle — Students at Malibu Middle score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.
How Malibu Middle Compares
See how Malibu Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
30237 Morning View Dr., Malibu, CA 90265
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Malibu Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Malibu High (rated 8.4/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Webster Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 7.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Westlake Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Westlake Village), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Malibu, see our Malibu schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Malibu High Malibu | 0.0 mi | 8.4 |
| 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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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dean L. Shively South El Monte, CA | 6.4 |
| Team Charter Academy Stockton, CA | 6.4 |
| Waterloo Elementary Stockton, CA | 6.4 |
| Charles Maclay Middle Pacoima, CA | 6.5 |
| Dairyland Elementary Chowchilla, CA | 6.5 |
| King-Chavez Preparatory Academy San Diego, CA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Malibu Middle
What grades does Malibu Middle serve?
Malibu Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Malibu Middle?
Malibu Middle has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Malibu Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Malibu Middle is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Malibu Middle rank in CA?
Malibu Middle ranks #4,777 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Malibu Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Malibu Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Malibu Middle has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Malibu Middle a charter school?
No, Malibu Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Malibu Middle a Title I school?
No, Malibu Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Malibu Middle?
15.0% of students at Malibu Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 247
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.3%
- Phone
- (310) 457-6801
Resources & Links
District
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,641
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,994
- District Rank
- #14 of 15
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