Shorecliffs Middle

shorecliffs.capousd.org/

721 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Shorecliffs Middle School, located in the coastal city of San Clemente, California, is a highly regarded public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Capistrano Unified School District, the school is known for its strong emphasis on academic excellence, offering a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for the rigors of high school. The campus is situated in a vibrant community, benefiting from the scenic and family-oriented environment of South Orange County.

Beyond academics, Shorecliffs is well-regarded for its diverse array of extracurricular programs, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs. The school focuses on fostering a supportive social-emotional environment, prioritizing student well-being and character development alongside classroom achievement. With a commitment to innovation and community engagement, Shorecliffs Middle School remains a focal point for families in San Clemente seeking a well-rounded and challenging middle school experience.

721

Total Students

37.3

Full-Time Teachers

19.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

38.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Shorecliffs Middle
Demographic	Student Count
White	393
Hispanic	237
Black	2
Asian	12
Two or More	74
American Indian	3

White
393 (54.5 %)
Hispanic
237 (32.9 %)
Two or More
74 (10.3 %)
Asian
12 (1.7 %)
American Indian
3 (0.4 %)
Black
2 (0.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Capistrano Unified
Phone:	(949)498-1660
Website:	http://shorecliffs.capousd.org/
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	721
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	37.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	19.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	216
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	62

* 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 6 221

Grade 7 265

Grade 8 235