Marina High School is a public high school located in the northwest corner of Huntington Beach, California which first began operating in 1963. Marina is part of the Huntington Beach Union High School District, which includes several other area high schools.
Serving 1,997 students in grades 9-12, Marina High School ranks in the top 20% 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% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,997 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Marina High serves the northwest part of Huntington Beach, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 8.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.9 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Marina High School's student population of 1,997 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,997 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1963
School Rankings
Marina High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marina High School is 0.71, 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
#1027 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
25%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Gold, Columbia blue, Dark blue
School Mascot
Vikings
Source: 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 #1027 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marina High School?
The graduation rate of Marina High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Marina High School?
1,997 students attend Marina High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Marina High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 8% 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 22:1, 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. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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