7.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Soda Springs, California

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.7/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.7/10
Median household income: $113,224
Median home value: $977,700
Bachelor's degree or higher: 75%
Owner-occupied homes: 84%

How Soda Springs compares

Median household income

$113k

114% of California median

About Schools in Soda Springs, California

Soda Springs, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 7.7 out of 10, schools in Soda Springs perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Soda Springs is Donner Trail Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Soda Springs is served by 1 school district: Tahoe-Truckee Unified. These districts collectively serve 3,920 students.

Soda Springs's community shows 75% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $113,224. The poverty rate in the area is 0.0%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Donner Trail Elementary 57 students · Kindergarten–5th	57	Kindergarten–5th	7.7

Schools in Soda Springs

Soda Springs, California · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$113,224

Median Home Value

$977,700

Population

593

College Educated

75%

Homeownership

84%

Poverty Rate

0.0%

Community Profile

Soda Springs has a median household income of $113,224. It is a well-educated community where 75% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $977,700. The local poverty rate of 0.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.7/10

Resources

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School District

Tahoe-Truckee Unified

11 schools · 3,920 students

Nearby Cities

Olympic Valley (3 schools)

15 mi

Truckee (11 schools)

15 mi

Tahoe City (3 schools)

Kings Beach (1 school)

23 mi

King Beach (1 school)

23 mi

Downieville (2 schools)

26 mi

Portola (2 schools)

33 mi

Foresthill (2 schools)

29 mi

Georgetown (4 schools)

33 mi

South Lake Tahoe (8 schools)

37 mi

Garden Valley (1 school)

39 mi

Placerville (1 school)

37 mi

Other Major Cities in California

Top metros statewide by school count.

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Soda Springs, California

How many schools are in Soda Springs, California?

Soda Springs has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Soda Springs, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Soda Springs is 7.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Soda Springs, California?

The top-ranked school in Soda Springs on MySchoolScout is Donner Trail Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Soda Springs, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Soda Springs on MySchoolScout is Donner Trail Elementary with a composite score of 7.7/10.

How many school districts serve Soda Springs, California?

Soda Springs is served by 1 school district: Tahoe-truckee Unified.

What is the education level in Soda Springs, California?

According to Census data, 75% of adults in Soda Springs have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Soda Springs, California?

The median household income in Soda Springs is approximately $113,224 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Soda Springs, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Soda Springs is 19.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Soda Springs, California?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.