Serving 282 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Tahoe Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Tahoe Lake Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Tahoe City, CA, covering an area of approximately 114.9 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 14.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tahoe Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tahoe Lake Elementary School's student population of 282 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
282 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tahoe Lake Elementary 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 Tahoe Lake Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1960 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
65%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tahoe Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Tahoe Lake Elementary School is ranked #1960 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tahoe Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Tahoe Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Truckee Elementary School, Loomis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Tahoe Lake Elementary School?
282 students attend Tahoe Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Tahoe Lake Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tahoe Lake Elementary School?
Tahoe Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tahoe Lake Elementary School offer ?
Tahoe Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Tahoe Lake Elementary School part of?
Tahoe Lake Elementary School is part of Tahoe-Truckee Unified School District.
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