For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 832 students in 96150, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 96150, CA are Elevated Digital Learning Academy and South Tahoe Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 96150 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 96150, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96150, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elevated Digital Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1201 Lyons Ave.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 541-2850
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 541-2850
Gr: K-12 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
South Tahoe Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2940 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 541-6404
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 541-6404
Gr: 6-8 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 96150, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 96150, CA include Elevated Digital Learning Academy and South Tahoe Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 96150?
2 public middle schools are located in 96150.
What is the racial composition of students in 96150?
96150 public middle schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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