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Very Good

#3127 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 33% in state

Marina High

High School · Monterey Peninsula Unified

298 Patton Pkwy., Marina, CA 93933

Enrollment

725

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

7.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#3,127 of 9,539

In Marina

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#6 of 16

Monterey Peninsula Unified

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Marina High

7.2/10

High School in Marina · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Los Arboles Middle

4.3/10

0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Marina Vista Elementary

3.4/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Marina High

Marina High is a public high school in Marina, CA, part of Monterey Peninsula Unified. Marina High serves approximately 725 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Marina High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,127 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Marina High show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.1
  • CA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics7.8Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60.5% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-2.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.6 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
College Readiness5.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation16.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,521
Chronic Absenteeism24%

Marina High — Students at Marina High score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 36.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 54.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 26 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
25.7%
ELA
60.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.

How Marina High Compares

See how Marina High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
67th percentile in CA
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.6
Sports
9
5 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
16.3% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics9sports offered
5 boys'·4 girls'·12 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

298 Patton Pkwy., Marina, CA 93933

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marina High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Central Coast High (rated 7.4/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Seaside), with a very similar rating. Another option is Seaside High (rated 6.1/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Seaside), a more accessible option. Additionally, Learning for Life Charter (rated 5.9/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Marina, see our Marina schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Los Arboles Middle Marina 0.3 mi 4.3
Marina Vista Elementary Marina 0.6 mi 3.4
J. C. Crumpton Elementary Marina 0.9 mi 7.0
Ione Olson Elementary Marina 1.3 mi 4.1
Learning for Life Charter Marina 2.1 mi 5.9
Chartwell School Seaside 2.6 mi
George C. Marshall Elementary Monterey 2.6 mi 6.0
CHARTWELL SCHOOL Seaside 2.7 mi 8.7
Seaside Middle Seaside 3.7 mi 6.5
Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Community Day Seaside 3.8 mi
Central Coast High Seaside 3.8 mi 7.4
Monterey Peninsula UNF SCH DIST COM Day MID Seaside 3.8 mi
Ord Terrace Elementary Seaside 4.2 mi 7.5
Seaside High Seaside 4.1 mi 6.1
International School of Monterey Seaside 4.6 mi 4.7
Martin Luther King Seaside 4.8 mi 5.3
Dual Language Academy of the Monterey Peninsula Seaside 5.1 mi 6.8
PENINSULA ADVENTIST SCHOOL Seaside 5.6 mi
Peninsula Adventist School Seaside 5.6 mi
MONTEREY BAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seaside 5.5 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93933 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,625

Median Home Value

$776,900

Median Rent

$2,015/mo

Population

27,617

College Educated

42.2%

Homeownership

39.8%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

35.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marina High

What grades does Marina High serve?

Marina High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Marina High?

Marina High has an enrollment of approximately 725 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marina High?

The student-teacher ratio at Marina High is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marina High rank in CA?

Marina High ranks #3,127 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Marina High's MySchoolScout rating?

Marina High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Marina High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marina High has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Marina High a charter school?

No, Marina High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Marina High a Title I school?

No, Marina High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marina High?

70.1% of students at Marina 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
725
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Monterey County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.0%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Monterey Peninsula Unified
District Enrollment
9,252
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,521
District Rank
#6 of 16

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