Serving 478 students in grades 6-8, Shoreline 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 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% 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: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shoreline Middle School's student population of 478 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
478 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Shoreline Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shoreline Middle School is 0.53, 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
#4498 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
34%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shoreline Middle School's ranking?
Shoreline Middle School is ranked #4498 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Shoreline Middle School often compared to?
Shoreline Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Branciforte Middle School, Aptos Junior High School, New Brighton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Shoreline Middle School?
478 students attend Shoreline Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Shoreline Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shoreline Middle School?
Shoreline Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Shoreline Middle School offer ?
Shoreline Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Shoreline Middle School part of?
Shoreline Middle School is part of Live Oak Elementary School District.
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