For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,242 students in 96150, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 96150, CA are South Tahoe High School, Elevated Digital Learning Academy and Mt. Tallac High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 96150 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 96150, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 96150 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Tahoe High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 96150, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Tahoe High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1735 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 541-4111
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 541-4111
Gr: 9-12 | 1,076 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Elevated Digital Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1201 Lyons Ave.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 541-2850
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 541-2850
Gr: K-12 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Mt. Tallac High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1735 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 543-2264
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
(530) 543-2264
Gr: 9-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 96150, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 96150, CA include South Tahoe High School, Elevated Digital Learning Academy and Mt. Tallac High School.
How many public high schools are located in 96150?
3 public high schools are located in 96150.
What is the racial composition of students in 96150?
96150 public high schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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