Serving 300 students in grades 6-8, Marina Del Rey Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marina del Rey Middle serves the southwest part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 6 square miles. Parents can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marina Del Rey Middle School's student population of 300 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
300 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marina Del Rey Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marina Del Rey Middle School is 0.55, 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
#8923 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
38%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mariner
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marina Del Rey Middle School's ranking?
Marina Del Rey Middle School is ranked #8923 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Marina Del Rey Middle School often compared to?
Marina Del Rey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mark Twain Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Marina Del Rey Middle School?
300 students attend Marina Del Rey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Marina Del Rey Middle School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marina Del Rey Middle School?
Marina Del Rey Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Marina Del Rey Middle School offer ?
Marina Del Rey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marina Del Rey Middle School part of?
Marina Del Rey Middle School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Marina Del Rey Middle School located?
Marina Del Rey Middle School is located in the Del Rey neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Del Rey.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
This is the worst LAUSD school that I have ever seen my son from first grade to fifth grade was A and B student with maybe one or two C's over the course of five years when he got to Marina Del Ray the first two weeks he was bullied threatened and completely fearful of threats from other students. My son was told by other students that if he snitched on anything he would be jumped. Furthermore, the students have no respect for anybody my son basically has gone downhill receiving F's on his report card and his behavior has changed tremendously I will pull him out of this school right now! Because of this school needs a major makeover with teachers and how they connect to students. They can't help students be better because they don't have any control over the majority of the students. Students that don't want to learn. Are making it hard for kids to do better they end up falling through the cracks. Something has to change. I will not let my son who has the potential to be a great student become the worst student based on how the school is run..
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