Serving 725 students in grades 9-12, Marina High School ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Marina High School's student population of 725 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
725 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marina High School ranks within the top 50% 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 0.62, 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
#4328 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
58%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 #4328 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Marina High School often compared to?
Marina High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monterey High School, Central Coast High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50-54% 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 87%.
How many students attend Marina High School?
725 students attend Marina High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Marina High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marina High School?
Marina High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower 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 Monterey Peninsula Unified School District.
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Spring Break (Calendar)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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