Best Public Schools in Zip Code 96161

The 96161 zip code area is home to 8 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school, all part of the Tahoe-Truckee Unified School District, except for Sierra Expeditionary Learning, a public charter school.

Several schools stand out in this area, including Donner Trail Elementary, which ranks in the top 5% of California elementary schools with exceptional proficiency rates and very low chronic absenteeism. Glenshire Elementary and Sierra Expeditionary Learning also demonstrate impressive academic performance, ranking in the top 15% and 20% of California elementary schools, respectively.

In contrast, some schools like Truckee Elementary and Sierra High (Continuation) lag behind the district and state averages in most subject areas. Chronic absenteeism is a significant concern, ranging from just 3.8% at Sierra Expeditionary Learning to an alarming 92.0% at Sierra High (Continuation). The data reveals a diverse set of schools within the 96161 zip code, with some standout performers and others facing significant challenges.