Very Good
#2820 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 30% in state
Tahoe Truckee High
High School · Tahoe-Truckee Unified
11725 Donner Pass Rd., Truckee, CA 96161
Enrollment
894
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
894
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,820 of 9,539
In Truckee
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#7 of 10
Tahoe-Truckee Unified
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Tahoe Truckee High
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About Tahoe Truckee High
Tahoe Truckee High is a public high school in Truckee, CA, part of Tahoe-Truckee Unified. Tahoe Truckee High serves approximately 894 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Tahoe Truckee High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,820 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Tahoe Truckee High show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Tahoe Truckee High — Students at Tahoe Truckee High score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.1%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.6/10.
How Tahoe Truckee High Compares
See how Tahoe Truckee High 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
11725 Donner Pass Rd., Truckee, CA 96161
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tahoe Truckee High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LAKE TAHOE PREPATORY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Olympic Valley), which scores slightly higher. Another option is North Tahoe High (rated 7.8/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Tahoe City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SUGAR BOWL ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Norden), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Truckee, see our Truckee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Truckee Elementary Truckee | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Cold Stream Alternative Truckee | 0.2 mi | — |
| Sierra High (Continuation) Truckee | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Sierra Expeditionary Learning Truckee | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Wild River - Coldstream Campus Truckee | 0.6 mi | — |
| Alder Creek Middle Truckee | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Tahoe Expedition Academy Truckee | 3.1 mi | — |
| TAHOE EXPEDITION ACADEMY Truckee | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Wild River - Haskatasun Truckee | 5.5 mi | — |
| Lake Tahoe Preparatory School Olympic Valley | 8.3 mi | — |
| LAKE TAHOE PREPATORY SCHOOL Olympic Valley | 8.3 mi | 7.8 |
| SUGAR BOWL ACADEMY Norden | 6.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Glenshire Elementary Truckee | 6.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Creekside Charter Olympic Valley | 8.8 mi | 7.7 |
| North Tahoe High Tahoe City | 10.3 mi | 7.8 |
| North Tahoe Middle Tahoe City | 10.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Tahoe Lake Elementary Tahoe City | 11.2 mi | 7.8 |
| ISchool Kings Beach | 10.7 mi | — |
| Kings Beach Elementary King Beach | 11.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Donner Trail Elementary Soda Springs | 12.8 mi | 9.8 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tahoe Truckee High
What grades does Tahoe Truckee High serve?
Tahoe Truckee High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Tahoe Truckee High?
Tahoe Truckee High has an enrollment of approximately 894 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tahoe Truckee High?
The student-teacher ratio at Tahoe Truckee High is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tahoe Truckee High rank in CA?
Tahoe Truckee High ranks #2,820 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Tahoe Truckee High's MySchoolScout rating?
Tahoe Truckee High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Truckee High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tahoe Truckee High has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Tahoe Truckee High a charter school?
No, Tahoe Truckee High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tahoe Truckee High a Title I school?
No, Tahoe Truckee High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tahoe Truckee High?
25.1% of students at Tahoe Truckee High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 894
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Nevada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.0%
- Phone
- (530) 582-2600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
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District
Tahoe-Truckee Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,920
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,692
- District Rank
- #7 of 10
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