For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,172 students in 96150, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 96150, CA are South Tahoe High School and Mt. Tallac High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 96150 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 96150, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 96150 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Tahoe High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96150, CA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Tahoe High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1735 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 541-4111
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 541-4111
Gr: 9-12 | 1,108 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Mt. Tallac High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1735 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 543-2264
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 543-2264
Gr: 9-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
96150, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Charter Transitional Reporting Educational Center (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1286 Kyburz Ave.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 295-2257
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 295-2257
Gr: 7-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Elevated Digital Learning Academy (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
1201 Lyons Ave.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 541-2850
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 541-2850
Gr: K-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Transitional Learning Center (Continuation) (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1735 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 543-2264
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 543-2264
Gr: 9-12
Transitional Learning Center Continuation School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1735 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 543-2264
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 543-2264
Gr: K-12 | 38 students Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 96150, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 96150, CA include South Tahoe High School and Mt. Tallac High School.
How many public high schools are located in 96150?
2 public high schools are located in 96150.
What is the racial composition of students in 96150?
96150 public high schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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