What types of schools are available in South Lake Tahoe, California?

South Lake Tahoe, California offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in South Lake Tahoe, California

Q: How many schools are in South Lake Tahoe, California?

There are 9 schools in South Lake Tahoe, California, serving 3,539 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in South Lake Tahoe?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in South Lake Tahoe, California, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 9 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

3,539

Total Students

Across South Lake Tahoe

18.8:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

9 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)1 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)4 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)4 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,076 students at South Tahoe High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 6:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Bijou Community

publicelementaryK-5

3501 Spruce Ave., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

1735 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

1735 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

1095 San Bernardino Ave., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Sierra House Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

1709 Remington Trail, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Elevated Digital Learning Academy

publichighK-12

1201 Lyons Ave., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Tahoe Valley Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

943 Tahoe Island Dr., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

2940 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

1041 Al Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 95610

Detailed Overview of Schools in South Lake Tahoe

South Lake Tahoe, California is home to 9 schools serving over 3,539 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in South Lake Tahoe, California?

There are 9 schools in South Lake Tahoe, serving 3,539 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in South Lake Tahoe?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in South Lake Tahoe include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in South Lake Tahoe?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in South Lake Tahoe is 18.8:1.

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