Very Good
#2011 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 21% in state
Tahoe Lake Elementary
Elementary School · Tahoe-Truckee Unified
PO Box 856, Tahoe City, CA 96145
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,011 of 9,539
In Tahoe City
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#6 of 10
Tahoe-Truckee Unified
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Tahoe Lake Elementary
Tahoe Lake Elementary is a public elementary school in Tahoe City, CA, part of Tahoe-Truckee Unified. Tahoe Lake Elementary serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Tahoe Lake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,011 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Tahoe Lake Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Tahoe Lake Elementary runs 23.8:1 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.
39% of students at Tahoe Lake 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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Tahoe Lake Elementary — Students at Tahoe Lake Elementary score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.5%
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: 9.3/10.
How Tahoe Lake Elementary Compares
See how Tahoe Lake 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 856, Tahoe City, CA 96145
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tahoe Lake Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glenshire Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Truckee), which scores notably higher. Another option is Creekside Charter (rated 7.7/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Olympic Valley), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Kings Beach Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby King Beach), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tahoe City, see our Tahoe City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Tahoe High Tahoe City | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| North Tahoe Middle Tahoe City | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| LAKE TAHOE PREPATORY SCHOOL Olympic Valley | 4.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Lake Tahoe Preparatory School Olympic Valley | 4.0 mi | — |
| Creekside Charter Olympic Valley | 5.5 mi | 7.7 |
| ISchool Kings Beach | 7.8 mi | — |
| Kings Beach Elementary King Beach | 7.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Tahoe Expedition Academy Truckee | 9.2 mi | — |
| TAHOE EXPEDITION ACADEMY Truckee | 9.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Sierra Expeditionary Learning Truckee | 11.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Cold Stream Alternative Truckee | 11.0 mi | — |
| Sierra High (Continuation) Truckee | 11.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Tahoe Truckee High Truckee | 11.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Truckee Elementary Truckee | 11.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Wild River - Coldstream Campus Truckee | 11.2 mi | — |
| Alder Creek Middle Truckee | 12.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Wild River - Haskatasun Truckee | 13.3 mi | — |
| Glenshire Elementary Truckee | 13.3 mi | 9.1 |
| ISCHOOL Carson City | 11.4 mi | — |
| INCLINE HIGH SCHOOL Incline Village | 11.6 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96145 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,875
Median Home Value
$980,500
Median Rent
$1,768/mo
Population
3,291
College Educated
61.6%
Homeownership
76.7%
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
42.2
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|---|---|
| Addison Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 7.8 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA | 7.8 |
| Biola-Pershing Elementary Fresno, CA | 7.8 |
| Center for Advanced Learning Los Angeles, CA | 7.8 |
| Coeur D'Alene Avenue Elementary Venice, CA | 7.8 |
| Eastbluff Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tahoe Lake Elementary
What grades does Tahoe Lake Elementary serve?
Tahoe Lake Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Tahoe Lake Elementary?
Tahoe Lake Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tahoe Lake Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Tahoe Lake Elementary is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tahoe Lake Elementary rank in CA?
Tahoe Lake Elementary ranks #2,011 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Tahoe Lake Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Tahoe Lake Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Tahoe Lake Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tahoe Lake Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Tahoe Lake Elementary a charter school?
No, Tahoe Lake Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tahoe Lake Elementary a Title I school?
No, Tahoe Lake Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tahoe Lake Elementary?
32.5% of students at Tahoe Lake 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 286
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Placer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.5%
- Phone
- (530) 582-2700
Resources & Links
District
Tahoe-Truckee Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,920
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,692
- District Rank
- #6 of 10
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