School Overview
Shoreline Middle School, located in the Live Oak neighborhood of Santa Cruz, serves as a central hub for students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Live Oak School District, the school is recognized for its commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment that balances rigorous academic standards with the social and emotional development necessary for young adolescents. The campus emphasizes a "whole-child" approach, encouraging students to explore their interests through a blend of core curriculum, elective opportunities, and extracurricular activities that prepare them for the transition to high school.

Situated just blocks from the coast, the school benefits from a diverse community atmosphere that reflects the unique character of Santa Cruz. Shoreline Middle School prides itself on its dedicated staff and active parent involvement, working collaboratively to maintain a safe and engaging learning space. By focusing on technology integration, critical thinking, and character-building, the school strives to empower its diverse student body to become responsible, life-long learners who contribute positively to their local and global communities.
441
Total Students
25.6
Full-Time Teachers
17.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
70.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Shoreline Middle
Demographic Student Count
White119
Hispanic265
Black9
Asian18
Two or More17
American Indian10
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    265 (60.2 %)
  • White
    119 (27.0 %)
  • Asian
    18 (4.1 %)
  • Two or More
    17 (3.9 %)
  • American Indian
    10 (2.3 %)
  • Black
    9 (2.0 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.5 %)
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: Live Oak Elementary
Phone: (831)475-6565
Website: http://sl.losd.ca
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 441
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 25.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 271
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 39
Grades Taught
Grade 6 144
Grade 7 153
Grade 8 144

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Shoreline Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6144
Grade 7153
Grade 8144
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Shoreline Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female19844.9%
Male24254.9%
Not Specified10.2%