Serving 1,156 students in grades 9-12, South Tahoe High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 30%
- Reading Proficiency: 54%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Tahoe High School's student population of 1,156 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Tahoe High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)54%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
44%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
46%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are South Tahoe High School often compared to?
South Tahoe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Whittell High School, Douglas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Tahoe High School?
The graduation rate of South Tahoe High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend South Tahoe High School?
1,156 students attend South Tahoe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of South Tahoe High School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Tahoe High School?
South Tahoe High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does South Tahoe High School offer ?
South Tahoe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Tahoe High School part of?
South Tahoe High School is part of Lake Tahoe Unified School District.
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