Mar Vista High School

All things considered, this is actually one of the better high schools in the South Bay. We’ve got two kids here now– One Senior and one Freshman. Sports are well run, as are the academics. Teachers tend to lean on the far-​left side of the aisle and tend to be quite anti-​authority, but they do a solid job. Be sure to pre enroll; classes fill up quickly. Demographically, this school is great– Due to the presence of lots of Government and military kids, there’s actually a really good mix of all races and religions to keep it balanced and interesting for the kids. There IS a loss of a star, for the rather pesky habit of the guidance counselors literally forcing kids into AP classes. This is a school plan– Stuff as many kids, deserving or not, into AP classes, whether they ask for it or not. Here’s the rub– A higher AP enrollment average means… MORE State funds for other programs. Meanwhile, Johnny or Suzie Sixpack (Joe’s kids, lol) are fighting to just PASS, what turns out to be a college level class in their Sophomore year. But, overall a great school, and recommended– Top level Football coach, excellent ASB and decent campus.