Serving 2,265 students in grades 9-12, Marina High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marina High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Marina High School's student population of 2,265 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marina High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marina High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#220 out of 3649 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
12%
Hispanic
25%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
43%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marina High School's ranking?
Marina High School is ranked #220 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Marina High School often compared to?
Marina High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huntington Beach High School, Edison High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marina High School?
The graduation rate of Marina High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Marina High School?
2,265 students attend Marina High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Marina High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marina High School?
Marina High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Marina High School offer ?
Marina High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Marina High School part of?
Marina High School is part of Huntington Beach Union High School District.
School Calendar
View the Marina High School yearly calendar below.
School Reviews
5 1/18/2013
Mr. McGilligan, the band director at Marina, is an awesome teacher. Mr. Graham, the choir director at Marina, is pretty awesome too.
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