For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 571 students in 96145, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 96145, CA are Tahoe Lake Elementary School and North Tahoe Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 96145 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 96145, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96145, CA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: K-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
North Tahoe Middle School
(Math: 45% | 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
Gr: 6-8 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 96145, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 96145, CA include Tahoe Lake Elementary School and North Tahoe Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 96145?
2 public elementary schools are located in 96145.
What is the racial composition of students in 96145?
96145 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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