For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,033 students in Malibu, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 181 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Malibu, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Malibu, CA are Webster Elementary School, Malibu High School and Malibu Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Malibu, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Malibu have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Malibu, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Webster Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3602 Winter Canyon
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 456-6494
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 456-6494
Grades: K-5
| 205 students
Rank: #22.
Malibu High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
30215 Morning View Dr.
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 457-6801
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 457-6801
Grades: 9-12
| 390 students
Rank: #33.
Malibu Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
30237 Morning View Dr.
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 457-6801
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 457-6801
Grades: 6-8
| 247 students
Rank: #44.
Malibu Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6955 Fernhill Dr.
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 457-9370
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 457-9370
Grades: K-5
| 191 students
Malibu, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
30237 Morning View Dr.
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 457-0360
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 457-0360
Grades: K-5
| 198 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Malibu, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Malibu, CA include Webster Elementary School, Malibu High School and Malibu Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Malibu?
4 public schools are located in Malibu.
What percentage of students in Malibu go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Malibu are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Malibu?
Malibu public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Malibu are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Malibu include: Malibu Elementary School vs. Webster Elementary School, Webster Elementary School vs. Malibu Elementary School
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