Tierra Linda Middle

tierralinda.scsdk8.org/

458 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Tierra Linda Middle School, located in San Carlos, California, is a high-performing public school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the San Carlos School District, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and a well-rounded educational experience. The campus emphasizes a collaborative environment where students are encouraged to engage deeply with their studies while developing the social and emotional skills necessary for success in high school and beyond.

The school’s curriculum is supported by a robust community of involved parents and educators who prioritize innovation and student growth. Beyond core academic subjects, Tierra Linda offers a variety of extracurricular activities, enrichment programs, and elective courses designed to foster creativity and critical thinking. With a strong focus on preparing students for the challenges of the 21st century, the school consistently maintains a reputation for high achievement and a supportive, inclusive school culture.

458

Total Students

22.6

Full-Time Teachers

20.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

10.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Tierra Linda Middle
Demographic	Student Count
White	208
Hispanic	66
Black	5
Asian	117
Two or More	58
Pacific Islander	3

White
208 (45.5 %)
Asian
117 (25.6 %)
Hispanic
66 (14.4 %)
Two or More
58 (12.7 %)
Black
5 (1.1 %)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.7 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	San Carlos Elementary
Phone:	(650)508-7370
Website:	http://tierralinda.scsdk8.org/
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	458
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	22.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	44
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	6

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 167

Grade 7 152

Grade 8 139