For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,063 students in 90265, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 151 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 90265, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 90265, CA are Webster Elementary School, Malibu Middle School and Malibu Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 90265 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 90265, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 90265, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Webster Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3602 Winter Canyon
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 456-6494
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 456-6494
Gr: K-5 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Malibu Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6955 Fernhill Dr.
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 457-9370
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 457-9370
Gr: K-5 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Malibu High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
30215 Morning View Dr.
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 457-6801
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 457-6801
Gr: 9-12 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
90265, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
30237 Morning View Dr.
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 457-0360
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 457-0360
Gr: K-5 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 90265, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 90265, CA include Webster Elementary School, Malibu Middle School and Malibu Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 90265?
4 public schools are located in 90265.
What percentage of students in 90265 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 90265 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 90265?
90265 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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