SOUTH TAHOE MIDDLE SCHOOL

South Tahoe Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Lake Tahoe Unified school district, located in South Lake Tahoe, CA with about 902 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 41 teachers, South Tahoe Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

South Tahoe Middle School, located at 2940 Lake Tahoe Blvd. in South Lake Tahoe, California, serves as a central hub for adolescent education in the Lake Tahoe Unified School District. Nestled in a unique mountain environment, the school caters to students in grades 6 through 8, focusing on bridging the transition between elementary education and high school. The campus is designed to support a diverse student body, offering a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes core academic subjects alongside opportunities for elective exploration and extracurricular involvement.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school is deeply integrated into the South Lake Tahoe community. It places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive social-emotional environment, recognizing the specific developmental needs of middle schoolers. By leveraging its proximity to the natural beauty of the Sierra Nevada mountains, the school often encourages programs that highlight environmental stewardship and outdoor engagement, aiming to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared for the challenges of South Tahoe High School and beyond.

For more information, contact South Tahoe Middle at (530) 541-6404 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.