Serving 679 students in grades 6-8, Shorecliffs Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shorecliffs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Shorecliffs Middle School's student population of 679 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
679 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Shorecliffs Middle 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 Shorecliffs Middle School is 0.58, 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
#3062 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
56%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shorecliffs Middle School's ranking?
Shorecliffs Middle School is ranked #3062 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Shorecliffs Middle School often compared to?
Shorecliffs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vista Del Mar Middle School, Bernice Ayer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Shorecliffs Middle School?
679 students attend Shorecliffs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Shorecliffs Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shorecliffs Middle School?
Shorecliffs Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Shorecliffs Middle School offer ?
Shorecliffs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Shorecliffs Middle School part of?
Shorecliffs Middle School is part of Capistrano Unified School District.
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