Malibu High School is a public high school in Malibu, California. The school is one of three high schools in the Santa Monica–Malibu Unified School District and serves students in the city of Malibu and surrounding communities.
Serving 390 students in grades 9-12, Malibu High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malibu High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Malibu High School's student population of 390 students has declined by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1992
Colors
Black, Teal
School Calendar
School Rankings
Malibu High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Malibu High School is 0.43, which is less 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
#792 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
74%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mako Shark
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malibu High School's ranking?
Malibu High School is ranked #792 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Malibu High School often compared to?
Malibu High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Los Angeles Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Malibu High School?
The graduation rate of Malibu High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Malibu High School?
390 students attend Malibu High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Malibu High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Malibu High School?
Malibu High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Malibu High School offer ?
Malibu High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Malibu High School part of?
Malibu High School is part of Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Malibu High School located?
Malibu High School is located in the Western Malibu neighborhood of Malibu, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Western Malibu.
School Reviews
4 10/13/2021
I like this school except for one entitled worker who doesn't permit phones during lunch while my teachers do. She is very close to the principal.
5 4/28/2021
Fantastic teachers and staff. They are attentive and care about their students. We have come from a private school and Malbu Middle School is superior by a long shot. The students watch out for each other and parent involvement is high, which makes for a much better and safer environment.
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