Isbell Middle vs Shorecliffs Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 166 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Isbell Middle
Santa Paula · Public middle · Grades 7–8
634 students
Shorecliffs Middle
San Clemente · Public middle · Grades 6–8
634 students
| Measure | Isbell Middle Santa Paula, California | Shorecliffs Middle San Clemente, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1175 of 1,334 | #262 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14761 of 15,369 | #4740 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 634 | 634 |
| Enrollment | 634 | 634 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.8% | 43.8% |
| Students per teacher | 21.1 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 58% |
| city | Santa Paula | San Clemente |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shorecliffs Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.4 vs 13.5).
- •Shorecliffs Middle does better on math proficiency (58% vs 19%).
- •Shorecliffs Middle does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 26%).
- •Shorecliffs Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.8% vs 83.8%).
- •Shorecliffs Middle does better on students per teacher (20.5 vs 21.1).
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 Isbell Middle better than Shorecliffs Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Shorecliffs Middle ranks higher (63.4 vs 13.5 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 Isbell Middle and Shorecliffs Middle?
About 166 km in a straight line, between Santa Paula and San Clemente in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Isbell Middle: 634. Shorecliffs Middle: 634. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Isbell Middle and Shorecliffs Middle rank in California?
Isbell Middle is 1175th of 1,334 and Shorecliffs Middle is 262nd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).