For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,636 students in 96161, CA (there are , serving 234 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 96161, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 96161, CA are Glenshire Elementary School, Sierra Expeditionary Learning and Tahoe Truckee High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 96161 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 96161, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96161, CA 51爆料s (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glenshire Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10990 Dorchester Dr.
Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 582-3720
Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 582-3720
Gr: K-5 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Sierra Expeditionary Learning
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11603 Donner Pass Rd.
Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 582-3701
Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 582-3701
Gr: K-8 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Tahoe Truckee High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11725 Donner Pass Rd.
Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 582-2600
Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 582-2600
Gr: 9-12 | 894 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Alder Creek Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10931 Alder Dr.
Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 582-2750
Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 582-2750
Gr: 6-8 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #55.
Sierra High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11661 Donner Pass Rd.
Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 582-2640
Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 582-2640
Gr: 9-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #66.
Truckee Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11911 Donner Pass Rd.
Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 582-2650
Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 582-2650
Gr: K-5 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: n/an/a
Cold Stream Alternative
Alternative School
11661 Donner Pass Rd.
Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 582-2640
Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 582-2640
Gr: K-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
96161, California 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
740 Timberland Dr.
Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 581-0157
Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 581-0157
Gr: K-6 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
11839 Donner Pass Rd.
Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 582-7650
Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 582-7650
Gr: 6-8 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 96161, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 96161, CA include Glenshire Elementary School, Sierra Expeditionary Learning and Tahoe Truckee High School.
How many public schools are located in 96161?
7 public schools are located in 96161.
What percentage of students in 96161 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 96161 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 96161?
96161 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).