Serving 2,007 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (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 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,007 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Marina High School's student population of 2,007 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,007 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marina High 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 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
#1467 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
40%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #1467 out of 9,602 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?
46% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Marina High School?
The graduation rate of Marina High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Marina High School?
2,007 students attend Marina High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Marina High School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 23:1, 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
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Event
Date
Spring Break (Daily Bells)
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 1/18/2013
Mr. McGilligan, the band director at Marina, is an awesome teacher. Mr. Graham, the choir director at Marina, is pretty awesome too.
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