For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,062 students in 96145, CA.
The top ranked public schools in 96145, CA are Tahoe Lake Elementary School, North Tahoe High School and North Tahoe Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96145 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 96145, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96145, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tahoe Lake Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
375 Grove St.
Tahoe City, CA 96145
(530) 582-2700
Tahoe City, CA 96145
(530) 582-2700
Grades: K-5
| 286 students
Rank: #22.
North Tahoe High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2945 Polaris Rd.
Tahoe City, CA 96145
(530) 581-7000
Tahoe City, CA 96145
(530) 581-7000
Grades: 9-12
| 491 students
Rank: #33.
North Tahoe Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2945 Polaris Rd.
Tahoe City, CA 96145
(530) 581-7050
Tahoe City, CA 96145
(530) 581-7050
Grades: 6-8
| 285 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 96145, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 96145, CA include Tahoe Lake Elementary School, North Tahoe High School and North Tahoe Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 96145?
3 public schools are located in 96145.
What is the racial composition of students in 96145?
96145 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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