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South Tahoe Middle

Lake Tahoe Unified · El Dorado County · 2940 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150-7800

(530) 541-6404

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6/10
#610
Rank 610 out of 1,315
Top 46%
English Language Arts5/10 · #720 · 45th percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #562 · 57th percentile
Science6/10 · #549 · 59th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

South Tahoe Middle sits right in the heart of South Lake Tahoe, where the mountain lifestyle is as much a part of the education as anything in the classroom — kids here grow up skiing, hiking, and living that outdoor-focused Sierra Nevada life. The school lands solidly in the middle of the pack statewide, with slightly stronger footing in math and science than English, making it a reasonable fit for families who value STEM alongside all the natural advantages that come with living in one of California's most iconic mountain towns. It's the kind of place that appeals to families who've traded suburban convenience for altitude and adventure, and where the tight-knit community feel of a small resort town carries right through the school doors.

Student Demographics

645 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
310 (48%)
White
285 (44%)
Multiple Races
20 (3%)
Filipino
16 (2%)
Asian
10 (2%)
Other
4 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners206 (32%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged335 (52%)
Students with Disabilities88 (14%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

716
Enrollment
37.3
Teachers (FTE)
19.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
24
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 Programs5/10 · #745 · 46th percentile

63 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found