Serving 513 students in grades 6-8, Alder Creek Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview <Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Alder Creek Middle School's student population of 513 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Alder Creek Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alder Creek Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2438 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
63%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Alder Creek Middle School's ranking?
Alder Creek Middle School is ranked #2438 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alder Creek Middle School?
513 students attend Alder Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Alder Creek Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alder Creek Middle School?
Alder Creek Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alder Creek Middle School offer ?
Alder Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alder Creek Middle School part of?
Alder Creek Middle School is part of Tahoe-Truckee Unified School District.
School Reviews5 10/10/2025ACMS has wonerful control of students. I never saw any bulling compared to other public city schools. Also it is a green high performence school powered with solar.1 10/10/2025This school has a stressful feeling as soon as you walk into the office. They expect everyone to fall in line like soldiers. There are not enough adults for students. Many kids get away with terrible things, while others get punished for childish pranks. The staff is always rushing you through and condescending at times. I dread going into this school.2 10/10/2025This school is a social nightmare run by an extremely liberal staff. They will hug your children and give your child a false sense of security while behind the scenes the administration will gather as much information about your personal life and make it their own crusade to fix whatever does not comply with their ideology.2 10/10/2025This school is absolutely terrible. The staff is so harsh and they rush you through everything. There are so many kids that do terrible things, and the staff never sees. This school is one of the worst schools I have ever seen.Review Alder Creek Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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ACMS has wonerful control of students. I never saw any bulling compared to other public city schools. Also it is a green high performence school powered with solar.
This school has a stressful feeling as soon as you walk into the office. They expect everyone to fall in line like soldiers. There are not enough adults for students. Many kids get away with terrible things, while others get punished for childish pranks. The staff is always rushing you through and condescending at times. I dread going into this school.
This school is a social nightmare run by an extremely liberal staff. They will hug your children and give your child a false sense of security while behind the scenes the administration will gather as much information about your personal life and make it their own crusade to fix whatever does not comply with their ideology.
This school is absolutely terrible. The staff is so harsh and they rush you through everything. There are so many kids that do terrible things, and the staff never sees. This school is one of the worst schools I have ever seen.
Review Alder Creek Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
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