Below Average
#8208 of 9,539 schools in CA
Tahoe Valley Elementary
Elementary School · Lake Tahoe Unified
943 Tahoe Island Dr., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,208 of 9,539
In South Lake Tahoe
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
Lake Tahoe Unified
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Tahoe Valley Elementary
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About Tahoe Valley Elementary
Tahoe Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in South Lake Tahoe, CA, part of Lake Tahoe Unified. Tahoe Valley Elementary serves approximately 402 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Tahoe Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,208 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Tahoe Valley Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Tahoe Valley Elementary runs 21.2:1 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.
49% of students at Tahoe Valley 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 Valley Elementary — Students at Tahoe Valley Elementary score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.4%
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.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.
How Tahoe Valley Elementary Compares
See how Tahoe Valley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
943 Tahoe Island Dr., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tahoe Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Zephyr Cove Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Zephyr Cove), which scores notably higher. Another option is Minden Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Minden), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gardnerville Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Gardnerville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Lake Tahoe, see our South Lake Tahoe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mt. Tallac High South Lake Tahoe | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| South Tahoe High South Lake Tahoe | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| South Tahoe Middle South Lake Tahoe | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Blue Ridge Placerville | 1.9 mi | — |
| Elevated Digital Learning Academy South Lake Tahoe | 2.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Sierra House Elementary South Lake Tahoe | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Sugar Bowl Academy Norden | 2.7 mi | — |
| Bijou Community South Lake Tahoe | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Meyers Elementary South Lake Tahoe | 4.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Zephyr Cove Elementary School Zephyr Cove | 7.0 mi | 7.8 |
| George Whittell High School Zephyr Cove | 7.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Douglas High School Minden | 12.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Diamond Valley Elementary Markleeville | 15.0 mi | 5.5 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN CHILD CARE CTR & KINDERGARTEN Gardnerville | 13.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Alpine County Opportunity Markleeville | 15.0 mi | — |
| Minden Elementary School Minden | 13.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Carson Valley Middle School Gardnerville | 13.7 mi | 6.5 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Minden | 14.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Gardnerville Elementary School Gardnerville | 14.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Jacks Valley Elementary School Carson City | 16.2 mi | 6.7 |
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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| Aynesworth Elementary Fresno, CA | 4.3 |
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| Bidwell Elementary Red Bluff, CA | 4.3 |
| Brooks Elementary Windsor, CA | 4.3 |
| Burbank Elementary San Diego, CA | 4.3 |
| Cabrillo Elementary Fremont, CA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tahoe Valley Elementary
What grades does Tahoe Valley Elementary serve?
Tahoe Valley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Tahoe Valley Elementary?
Tahoe Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 402 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tahoe Valley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Tahoe Valley Elementary is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tahoe Valley Elementary rank in CA?
Tahoe Valley Elementary ranks #8,208 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Tahoe Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Tahoe Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Tahoe Valley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tahoe Valley Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Tahoe Valley Elementary a charter school?
No, Tahoe Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tahoe Valley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Tahoe Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tahoe Valley Elementary?
64.4% of students at Tahoe Valley 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
- 402
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- El Dorado County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.5%
- Phone
- (530) 543-2350
Resources & Links
District
Lake Tahoe Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,604
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,879
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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