Serving 299 students in grades 6-8, North Tahoe Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Tahoe Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
North Tahoe Middle School's student population of 299 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Tahoe Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Tahoe Middle School is 0.54, 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
#2338 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
41%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
54%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Tahoe Middle School's ranking?
North Tahoe Middle School is ranked #2338 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend North Tahoe Middle School?
299 students attend North Tahoe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of North Tahoe Middle School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Tahoe Middle School?
North Tahoe Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does North Tahoe Middle School offer ?
North Tahoe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is North Tahoe Middle School part of?
North Tahoe Middle School is part of Tahoe-Truckee Unified School District.
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