Serving 55 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Donner Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Donner Trail Elementary serves the west part of Soda Springs, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 158.2 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 16.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Donner Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Donner Trail Elementary School's student population of 55 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
55 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Donner Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Donner Trail Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#314 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
4%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
94%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donner Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Donner Trail Elementary School is ranked #314 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Donner Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Donner Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Truckee Elementary School, Sierra Expeditionary Learning by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Donner Trail Elementary School?
55 students attend Donner Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Donner Trail Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Donner Trail Elementary School?
Donner Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Donner Trail Elementary School offer ?
Donner Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Donner Trail Elementary School part of?
Donner Trail Elementary School is part of Tahoe-Truckee Unified School District.
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