For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 937 students in Truckee, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Truckee, CA are Tahoe Truckee High School and Sierra High (Continuation School). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Truckee, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Truckee have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public high schools.
Truckee, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Tahoe Truckee High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Truckee, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: 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%
Truckee, California Public Schools (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 high schools in Truckee, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Truckee, CA include Tahoe Truckee High School and Sierra High (Continuation School).
How many public high schools are located in Truckee?
3 public high schools are located in Truckee.
What is the racial composition of students in Truckee?
Truckee public high schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Truckee are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Truckee include: Sierra High (Continuation School) vs. Tahoe Truckee High School, Tahoe Truckee High School vs. Sierra High (Continuation School)
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