Bernice Ayer Middle vs Shorecliffs Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bernice Ayer Middle
San Clemente · Public middle · Grades 6–8
919 students
Shorecliffs Middle
San Clemente · Public middle · Grades 6–8
634 students
| Measure | Bernice Ayer Middle San Clemente, California | Shorecliffs Middle San Clemente, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #244 of 1,334 | #262 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #4433 of 15,369 | #4740 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 919 | 634 |
| Enrollment | 919 | 634 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.4% | 43.8% |
| Students per teacher | 23.0 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 58% |
| city | San Clemente | San Clemente |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bernice Ayer Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.7 vs 63.4).
- •Shorecliffs Middle does better on math proficiency (58% vs 53%).
- •Bernice Ayer Middle does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 63%).
- •Bernice Ayer Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.4% vs 43.8%).
- •Shorecliffs Middle does better on students per teacher (20.5 vs 23.0).
- •Bernice Ayer Middle is the larger school with 919 students compared with 634.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Bernice Ayer Middle better than Shorecliffs Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Bernice Ayer Middle ranks higher (64.7 vs 63.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Bernice Ayer Middle and Shorecliffs Middle?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between San Clemente and San Clemente in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bernice Ayer Middle: 919. Shorecliffs Middle: 634. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bernice Ayer Middle and Shorecliffs Middle rank in California?
Bernice Ayer Middle is 244th of 1,334 and Shorecliffs Middle is 262nd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).