Serving 634 students in grades 6-8, Shorecliffs Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- 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 634 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
634 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1996
School Motto
Educate and inspire ALL learners to become innovative, collaborative thinkers.
School Rankings
Shorecliffs Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shorecliffs Middle School is 0.57, 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
#2394 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
58%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Capistrano Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shorecliffs Middle School's ranking?
Shorecliffs Middle School is ranked #2394 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Shorecliffs Middle School often compared to?
Shorecliffs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bernice Ayer Middle School, Vista Del Mar Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
634 students attend Shorecliffs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Shorecliffs Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% 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 20:1, 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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