Serving 535 students in grades 6-8, Alder Creek Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Alder Creek Middle serves the northwest part of Truckee, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 392.4 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 23.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alder Creek Middle School's student population of 535 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
535 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alder Creek Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alder Creek Middle School is 0.50, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2438 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alder Creek Middle School's ranking?
Alder Creek Middle School is ranked #2438 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alder Creek Middle School?
535 students attend Alder Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Alder Creek Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alder Creek Middle School?
Alder Creek Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alder Creek Middle School offer ?
Alder Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alder Creek Middle School part of?
Alder Creek Middle School is part of Tahoe-Truckee Unified School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school is a social nightmare run by an extremely liberal staff. They will hug your children and give your child a false sense of security while behind the scenes the administration will gather as much information about your personal life and make it their own crusade to fix whatever does not comply with their ideology.
5 10/10/2025
ACMS has wonerful control of students. I never saw any bulling compared to other public city schools. Also it is a green high performence school powered with solar.
1 10/10/2025
This school has a stressful feeling as soon as you walk into the office. They expect everyone to fall in line like soldiers. There are not enough adults for students. Many kids get away with terrible things, while others get punished for childish pranks. The staff is always rushing you through and condescending at times. I dread going into this school.
2 10/10/2025
This school is absolutely terrible. The staff is so harsh and they rush you through everything. There are so many kids that do terrible things, and the staff never sees. This school is one of the worst schools I have ever seen.
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