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Donner Trail Elementary

Tahoe-Truckee Unified · Placer County · 52755 Donner Pass Road, Kingvale, CA 96161-4951

(530) 582-2720 · dt.ttusd.org/pages/donner_trail_elementary

10/10
#275
Rank 275 out of 5,722
Top 5%
English Language Arts10/10 · #258 · 96th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #161 · 97th percentile
Science9/10 · #618 · 89th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

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School Overview

Tucked into the Sierra Nevada near the historic Donner Pass corridor, this small mountain school punches well above its weight academically, landing in the top 5% of elementary schools statewide with particularly strong English and math scores. It's a natural fit for families drawn to the Truckee-Tahoe lifestyle — think ski seasons, outdoor education, and tight-knit community — who also want rigorous academics without sacrificing that small-town feel. The surrounding area is rugged and beautiful, and for kids growing up here, Donner Trail offers the kind of close community that's hard to find anywhere else.

Student Demographics

33 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
32 (97%)
Hispanic
1 (3%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged4 (12%)
Students with Disabilities6 (18%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

55
Enrollment
4
Teachers (FTE)
13.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
12.7
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs2/10 · #5400 · 11th percentile

16 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.