Mira Costa High School
- Public
- MANHATTAN BEACH, CA
Public School
Mira Costa High School
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Public
- 9-12
- MANHATTAN BEACH, CA
- Rating 3.72 out of 5 583 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A+
- Diversitygrade B+
- Teachersgrade A minus
- College Prepgrade A+
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade B minus
- Administrationgrade C+
- Sportsgrade A minus
- Foodgrade C+
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade C+
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Mira Costa High School Rankings
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
82%
Percent Proficient - Math
68%
Average Graduation Rate
98%
Average SAT
1300
918 responses
Average ACT
30
690 responses
AP Enrollment
48%
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Home Listings
- Cost of Livinggrade D+
- Good for Familiesgrade A+
- Housinggrade C
Median Household Income
$169,586
National
$69,021Median Rent
$2,893
National
$1,163Median Home Value
$2,000,001
National
$244,900Culture & Safety
Poll
82%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 60 responsesPoll
48%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 60 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade B+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
2,463
Free or Reduced Lunch
6%
93%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 70 responses74%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 70 responses84%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 70 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$102,998
Teachers in First/Second Year
1%
58%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 91 responses63%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 91 responses69%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 91 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade B minus
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High
Expenses Per Student
$13,691 / year
National
$12,23991%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 101 responses56%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 101 responses77%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 101 responsesSimilar Schools
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Mira Costa High School Reviews
Rating 3.72 out of 5 583 reviews
For a California public school, Costa is probably one of the best you'll find. It's a public school and faces the same challenges most public schools do, but all-around it's a good school. There is a culture among students of being high-achieving, and the academics here are good. Sports are also a plus- there are a lot of really impressive sports teams here, and there's something for everyone. I'm pretty slow and unathletic, but I've still had a great time on the XC team. Manhattan is an affluent area and that has it's ups and downs. Cons- there are plenty of entitled rich kids. Pros- a lot of often-ignored programs are better funded and stuff like prom can be really fun!
I had an overall good experience during my time at Mira Costa, but there are a few things that need to change and we are slowly beginning to see change. Since my freshman year, there has been significant favoritism for the boys teams. Students have always been known to make posters specifically for the boys telling others to go to only their games. Although since we have gotten a new athletic director he is giving us the opportunity to form a girl's empowerment group. This allows us to advocate for each other and give the girls teams the attention they deserve.
My experience with Mira Costa Highschool has been pretty good. I received a good education and had fun along the way. I could join the sports teams at Mira Costa and make friends. Specifically, I played soccer and lacrosse at costa. I also like the fact that Mira Costa cares about our campus. Recently we have added a new sports facility that is top of the line. What I did not like so much about Mira costa, is that it is a pretty clicky school, so people really just hang out with their friend groups. Also what I think Mira Costa can improve on is making sure kids are well-educated on cultures, religions, and ethnicities and that they truly understand what racism is.