Summary:
Manhattan Beach Unified serves one comprehensive high school, Mira Costa High, which educates approximately 2,500 students in grades 9-12 within this affluent coastal community in California.
Mira Costa High is a standout performer, consistently ranking in the top 10% of all California high schools. The school graduates nearly 99% of its students, a rate that exceeds both the state average and the already high standard of the Manhattan Beach Unified district. Academically, students perform well above state averages across all core subjects, with particular strength in English Language Arts, where over 80% of students are proficient.
While the school excels overall, mathematics proficiency, though strong compared to the state, is an area where performance is relatively lower compared to the school's other subjects and the district average. Another point for consideration is the chronic absenteeism rate, which is higher at the high school than across the broader district. The school benefits from the support of the high-achieving Manhattan Beach Unified district, which is ranked among the very best in the state, contributing to a sustained record of academic excellence.
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