Serving 247 students in grades 6-8, Malibu Middle 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 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malibu Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Malibu Middle School's student population of 247 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Malibu Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Malibu Middle School is 0.42, 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
#1153 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
75%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malibu Middle School's ranking?
Malibu Middle School is ranked #1153 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Malibu Middle School?
247 students attend Malibu Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Malibu Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Malibu Middle School?
Malibu Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Malibu Middle School offer ?
Malibu Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Malibu Middle School part of?
Malibu Middle School is part of Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Malibu Middle School located?
Malibu Middle School is located in the Western Malibu neighborhood of Malibu, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Western Malibu.
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