Very Good
#3002 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 32% in state
Kings Beach Elementary
Elementary School · Tahoe-Truckee Unified
PO Box 1177, King Beach, CA 96143
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,002 of 9,539
In district
#8 of 10
Tahoe-Truckee Unified
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Kings Beach Elementary
Kings Beach Elementary is a public elementary school in King Beach, CA, part of Tahoe-Truckee Unified. Kings Beach Elementary serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Kings Beach Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,002 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Kings Beach Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Kings Beach Elementary runs 22.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Kings Beach Elementary — Students at Kings Beach Elementary score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.4%
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: 6.8/10.
How Kings Beach Elementary Compares
See how Kings Beach Elementary 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
PO Box 1177, King Beach, CA 96143
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kings Beach Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glenshire Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Truckee), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKE TAHOE SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Incline Village), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tahoe Lake Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Tahoe City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in King Beach, see our King Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ISchool Kings Beach | 1.0 mi | — |
| ISCHOOL Carson City | 4.1 mi | — |
| INCLINE HIGH SCHOOL Incline Village | 4.2 mi | 6.7 |
| INCLINE ELEMENTARY Incline Village | 4.3 mi | 6.8 |
| INCLINE MIDDLE SCHOOL Incline Village | 4.4 mi | 7.3 |
| LAKE TAHOE SCHOOL Incline Village | 4.8 mi | 8.0 |
| North Tahoe High Tahoe City | 5.8 mi | 7.8 |
| North Tahoe Middle Tahoe City | 5.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Tahoe Lake Elementary Tahoe City | 7.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Glenshire Elementary Truckee | 9.3 mi | 9.1 |
| TAHOE EXPEDITION ACADEMY Truckee | 8.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Tahoe Expedition Academy Truckee | 8.5 mi | — |
| Wild River - Haskatasun Truckee | 10.2 mi | — |
| LAKE TAHOE PREPATORY SCHOOL Olympic Valley | 9.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Lake Tahoe Preparatory School Olympic Valley | 9.8 mi | — |
| Alder Creek Middle Truckee | 10.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Sierra Expeditionary Learning Truckee | 11.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Cold Stream Alternative Truckee | 11.4 mi | — |
| Sierra High (Continuation) Truckee | 11.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Tahoe Truckee High Truckee | 11.6 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96143 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,841
Median Home Value
$714,500
Median Rent
$1,232/mo
Population
2,852
College Educated
33.6%
Homeownership
60.8%
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
46.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kings Beach Elementary
What grades does Kings Beach Elementary serve?
Kings Beach Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Kings Beach Elementary?
Kings Beach Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kings Beach Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Kings Beach Elementary is 22.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kings Beach Elementary rank in CA?
Kings Beach Elementary ranks #3,002 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Kings Beach Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Kings Beach Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Kings Beach Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kings Beach Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Kings Beach Elementary a charter school?
No, Kings Beach Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kings Beach Elementary a Title I school?
No, Kings Beach Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kings Beach Elementary?
42.4% of students at Kings Beach Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 380
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Placer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.2%
- Phone
- (530) 582-3730
Resources & Links
District
Tahoe-Truckee Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,920
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,692
- District Rank
- #8 of 10
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