Serving 360 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet's student population of 360 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1108 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
16%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
74%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet's ranking?
Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet is ranked #1108 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet often compared to?
Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Sierra House Elementary School, Bijou Community, Tahoe Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet?
360 students attend Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet?
Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet offer ?
Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet part of?
Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet is part of Lake Tahoe Unified School District.
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