Very Good
#3285 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 34% in state
Sierra House Elementary
Elementary School · Lake Tahoe Unified
1709 Remington Trail, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,285 of 9,539
In South Lake Tahoe
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Lake Tahoe Unified
Academic performance
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Sierra House Elementary
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About Sierra House Elementary
Sierra House Elementary is a public elementary school in South Lake Tahoe, CA, part of Lake Tahoe Unified. Sierra House Elementary serves approximately 412 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sierra House Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,285 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sierra House Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sierra House Elementary runs 20.6:1 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.
43% of students at Sierra House Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Sierra House Elementary — Students at Sierra House Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.
How Sierra House Elementary Compares
See how Sierra House Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1709 Remington Trail, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sierra House Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Zephyr Cove Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Zephyr Cove), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Minden Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Minden), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Gardnerville Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Gardnerville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in South Lake Tahoe, see our South Lake Tahoe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sugar Bowl Academy Norden | 0.4 mi | — |
| Blue Ridge Placerville | 2.0 mi | — |
| South Tahoe Middle South Lake Tahoe | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Elevated Digital Learning Academy South Lake Tahoe | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Bijou Community South Lake Tahoe | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Tahoe Valley Elementary South Lake Tahoe | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Mt. Tallac High South Lake Tahoe | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| South Tahoe High South Lake Tahoe | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Meyers Elementary South Lake Tahoe | 4.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Zephyr Cove Elementary School Zephyr Cove | 7.3 mi | 7.8 |
| George Whittell High School Zephyr Cove | 7.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Douglas High School Minden | 10.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Diamond Valley Elementary Markleeville | 12.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Alpine County Opportunity Markleeville | 12.8 mi | — |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN CHILD CARE CTR & KINDERGARTEN Gardnerville | 11.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Minden Elementary School Minden | 11.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Carson Valley Middle School Gardnerville | 11.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Gardnerville Elementary School Gardnerville | 12.1 mi | 7.5 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Minden | 12.8 mi | 6.1 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gardnerville | 12.6 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96150 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,738
Median Home Value
$649,100
Median Rent
$1,497/mo
Population
29,527
College Educated
39.2%
Homeownership
58.1%
Avg Commute
17.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
40.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sierra House Elementary
What grades does Sierra House Elementary serve?
Sierra House Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sierra House Elementary?
Sierra House Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 412 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sierra House Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sierra House Elementary is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sierra House Elementary rank in CA?
Sierra House Elementary ranks #3,285 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sierra House Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sierra House Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Sierra House Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sierra House Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sierra House Elementary a charter school?
No, Sierra House Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sierra House Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sierra House Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sierra House Elementary?
61.7% of students at Sierra House 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
- 412
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- El Dorado County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.7%
- Phone
- (530) 543-2327
Resources & Links
District
Lake Tahoe Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,604
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,879
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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