Another school year has just begun and I am again reminded that Malibu HS really is a great school - for so many reasons. This is a pretty small school even though it combines middle and high school students together on the campus. The kids do have separate lunches and passing periods but you do get
... Read more the sense of community. Great job... Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/18/09
Best staff on earth. They prepare you for success. Great community. Wonderful families, students, and local supporters.
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Posted by a parent on 09/17/09
I adore this school. The teachers and staff are amazing. They are all very supportive and helpful and the campus is absolutely beautiful. The math program at Malibu High is fantastic, it's very advanced but they also have classes for kids who don't comprehend math as well too. If you live in the Malibu
... Read more area and your child is going to be going into middle school, don't choose a fancy private school, send them to Malibu High. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/08/09
I am the mom of a 9th grade girl. This school obtained a distinguished school award in 2005 however the school has disappointed us. There is a problem with cyber bullying at this school. Even though this is an ongoing problem, the administration has done little to address this problem. Also there
... Read more are problems with security at the school. The school has just restarted the 'parent eyes' program, where parents patrol the school during school hours. Hopefully this will help address the security issues. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/04/09
I am a parent of a seventh grader and have been thrilled by this school over these last two years. The curriculum is very challenging and keeps my bright child interested. He is there to learn. There are many opportunities to get involved at the school. Further, the principle, Dr. Mark Kelly, really
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Posted by a parent on 02/02/09
This school has a beautiful location, one block from the beach. There are ocean views from the ball fields. Our experience with the teachers has been mixed. Some of the teachers are amazing, inspiring roll models but most of the teachers at MHS don't rise above good, average teachers.The children
... Read more at the school are primarily from wealthy families. Despite or maybe because the majority of children at MHS are children of privileged, there are problems. I encourage all families considering this school to check the articles about MHS in the local newspapers. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/30/09
Malibu High School is a terrific school that succeeds because of its incredible level of parent involvement. Parents involve themselves beautifying the gardens to serving on a wide array of booster clubs for fund-raising, arts, sports and of course there is a strong PTSA. The performing arts here are
... Read more fantastic due to an incredible faculty. The Spanish Department has completely turned over in the past year and a lot of kids relate having a more stimulating curriculum. Like any public school, you have to put in the effort to get the results. There is not a lot of hand holding going on. Students must be motivated to succeed. And those who are, succeed at the very highest levels. Mark Kelly, the current principal, is a terrific administrator. He communicates well, is approachable and is concerned about students performance. We're fortunate to be a parent of two at MHS. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/18/08
I have two Malibu High graduates and one entering the 9th grade. RANDOM is the word they use to describe the whole setup. Some Malibu parents are too permissive because they don't want to be bothered to change their own behavior. This is a problem for their children and their peers. The teachers are
... Read more a mixed bag. But what I want to convey is that the students here are highly creative individuals. The dress code is their own so relax and enjoy the show. Many life long friendships will be formed in this community. As a parent, be strict, delay the age when your child drives up to 18 if you can and be amused. These kids are great and the location is drop dead gorgeous. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/25/07
Good, small public school where there is more individual attention per student than in other Los Angeles schools. Clean campus. Safe school. Five-star overall quality.
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Posted by a parent on 09/02/06
Malibu is a top-quality public high school, with opportunities equal to those of the best private day schools in the area. Like all public schools, more responsibility is placed on students and parents to take advantage of these strengths. However, for truly motivated students, it offers challenging
... Read more academics and a 'community school' experience which not easily found in this day and age. It has many AP courses, and programs for those who are challenged in their learning. All of this found with in a supportive environment where teachers truly care and go above-and-beyond what is required of them on a daily basis. Malibu High is what you make it. Read less
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Malibu schools — Malibu High School is located at 30215 Morningview Dr, Malibu CA 90265. 30215 Morningview Dr is in the 90265 ZIP code in Malibu, CA The school district for Malibu High School is the Santa Monica - Malibu Unified Sd. Malibu High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 6 - 12.
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