Tahoe-Truckee Unified

District Overview
Located at 11603 Donner Pass Road in Truckee, California, the Tahoe-Truckee Unified School District operates as an active, non-charter public school system serving the broader Truckee-Grass Valley metropolitan area. Situated in a distant town geographic setting, the district manages 11 operational public schools that provide comprehensive educational opportunities ranging from Kindergarten through 12th grade, along with adult education pathways. Currently enrolling 3,959 students across its primary, middle, and high school levels, the district offers a well-structured educational continuum designed to support mountain-community families and prepare youth for post-secondary success.

To foster a supportive and effective learning environment, Tahoe-Truckee Unified maintains a dedicated team of approximately 1,574 full-time equivalent staff members. This robust workforce includes nearly 421 full-time equivalent teachers, over 193 instructional aides, and approximately 960 support staff personnel, ensuring a strong student-to-educator foundation. The district serves a diverse student body—highlighted by vibrant Hispanic, White, and multiracial student communities—making it a compelling subject for educational researchers and an inviting, well-resourced district for families seeking strong academic and developmental programming in northern California.
11
Total Schools
3,959
Total Students
420.9
Full-Time Teachers
9.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Tahoe-Truckee Unified
Demographic Student Count
White2,271
Hispanic1,405
Black8
Asian26
Two or More231
American Indian11
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    2,271 (57.5%)
  • Hispanic
    1,405 (35.5%)
  • Two or More
    231 (5.8%)
  • Asian
    26 (0.7%)
  • American Indian
    11 (0.3%)
  • Black
    8 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Tahoe-Truckee Unified
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary5
Middle2
High3
Other1
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:11
Students:3,959*
Teachers (FTE):420.9*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:9.4