Excellent
#749 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 8% in state
Alder Creek Middle
Middle School · Tahoe-Truckee Unified
10931 Alder Dr., Truckee, CA 96161
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#749 of 9,539
In Truckee
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 10
Tahoe-Truckee Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Alder Creek Middle
Middle School in Truckee · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Alder Creek Middle
Alder Creek Middle is a public middle school in Truckee, CA, part of Tahoe-Truckee Unified. Alder Creek Middle serves approximately 513 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Alder Creek Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #749 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Alder Creek Middle show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 8.4
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Alder Creek Middle — Students at Alder Creek Middle score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How Alder Creek Middle Compares
See how Alder Creek Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
10931 Alder Dr., Truckee, CA 96161
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alder Creek Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Glenshire Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is North Tahoe Middle (rated 8.2/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Tahoe City), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LAKE TAHOE PREPATORY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Olympic Valley), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Truckee, see our Truckee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sierra Expeditionary Learning Truckee | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| TAHOE EXPEDITION ACADEMY Truckee | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Cold Stream Alternative Truckee | 2.4 mi | — |
| Sierra High (Continuation) Truckee | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Tahoe Expedition Academy Truckee | 2.9 mi | — |
| Tahoe Truckee High Truckee | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Truckee Elementary Truckee | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Wild River - Haskatasun Truckee | 3.0 mi | — |
| Wild River - Coldstream Campus Truckee | 3.1 mi | — |
| Glenshire Elementary Truckee | 4.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Lake Tahoe Preparatory School Olympic Valley | 9.8 mi | — |
| LAKE TAHOE PREPATORY SCHOOL Olympic Valley | 9.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Creekside Charter Olympic Valley | 10.6 mi | 7.7 |
| North Tahoe High Tahoe City | 10.8 mi | 7.8 |
| North Tahoe Middle Tahoe City | 10.8 mi | 8.2 |
| SUGAR BOWL ACADEMY Norden | 8.8 mi | 6.9 |
| ISchool Kings Beach | 9.8 mi | — |
| Tahoe Lake Elementary Tahoe City | 12.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Kings Beach Elementary King Beach | 10.8 mi | 7.3 |
| INCLINE HIGH SCHOOL Incline Village | 13.6 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96161 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,535
Median Home Value
$922,000
Median Rent
$2,104/mo
Population
19,231
College Educated
60.4%
Homeownership
78.6%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
43.4
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| Coronado Middle Coronado, CA | 8.6 |
| Environmental Charter Middle - Inglewood Inglewood, CA | 8.6 |
| Georgina P. Blach Junior High Los Altos, CA | 8.6 |
| Haskell (Pliny Fisk) Middle Cerritos, CA | 8.6 |
| John Adams Middle Los Angeles, CA | 8.6 |
| Mesa View Middle Huntington Beach, CA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alder Creek Middle
What grades does Alder Creek Middle serve?
Alder Creek Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Alder Creek Middle?
Alder Creek Middle has an enrollment of approximately 513 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alder Creek Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Alder Creek Middle is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alder Creek Middle rank in CA?
Alder Creek Middle ranks #749 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Alder Creek Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Alder Creek Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Alder Creek Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alder Creek Middle has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Alder Creek Middle a charter school?
No, Alder Creek Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alder Creek Middle a Title I school?
No, Alder Creek Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alder Creek Middle?
31.8% of students at Alder Creek Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 513
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Nevada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.0%
- Phone
- (530) 582-2750
Resources & Links
District
Tahoe-Truckee Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,920
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,692
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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