Lake Tahoe Preparatory School is a private, coed college-preparatory boarding school located in the Lake Tahoe region of California, serving domestic and international students in grades 912.
The school offers a personalized academic experience with flexible enrollment options, including full academic year, semester, summer, in-person, and online programs.With a strong focus on college preparation, Lake Tahoe Preparatory School maintains a 100% acceptance rate to U.S.
universities and four-year colleges, with graduates receiving multiple university acceptances on average.Beyond the classroom, students benefit from an active mountain lifestyle and daily outdoor recreation opportunities, including skiing and snowboarding at Palisades Tahoe, as well as opportunities to participate in winter sports and year-round adventure activities that support personal growth, wellness, and community connection.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $68,000
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $43,000
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 7 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Lake Tahoe Preparatory School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 277 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
Student Test Scores
School Overview
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
9-12
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Learning Difference Programs
ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Executive Functioning, Learning Differences
n/a
Year Founded
1978
1907
Campus Size
3 acres
130 acres
School Motto
Ready to Launch, Ready to Lead
Student Body
Enrollment
35 students
320 students
% Students of Color
30%
27%
% International Students
30%
20%
% Students Boarding
95%
66%
SAT range (25th-75th percentile)
1250 - 1500
-
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academic Profile
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
16
18
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
85%
73%
Accreditations
National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA)
Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges (MSA-CESS)
Cognia
Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges (MSA-CESS)
Cognia
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
16
18
Courses
AP BiologyAP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry
AP English Language & CompositionAP English Literature and Composition
AP MacroeconomicsAP Microeconomics
AP PsychologyAP Spanish Language and Culture
AP Studio ArtAP U. S. History
AP U.S. Government and PoliticsAP World History
Physics BPsychology
Tuition & Financial Aid
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$68,000
(Additional fees if higher level sports are pursued, travels costs, etc.)
(Additional fees if higher level sports are pursued, travels costs, etc.)
$69,500
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$43,000
$38,700
Tuition international students
$73,000
$58,300
Summer Program Cost
$6,000
(6000 for each 3-week session)
(6000 for each 3-week session)
% Students on Financial Aid
10%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$10,000
(scholarships available, must apply through Clarity)
(scholarships available, must apply through Clarity)
$25,000
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
80%
64%
Director of Admissions
Jenn McMurry
Application URL
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
8
17
Colors
Blue and Gold
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
17
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Alpine Skiing & SnowboardingBasketball Club
Camping ClubHiking Club
Indoor Rock ClimbingKayaking
Mountain BikingNordic Skiing
College Matriculation
College Acceptance Rate
100%
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
University of California, Irvine
4
Miami University
3
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
2
Berklee College of Music
1
Drexel University
1
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
1
University of Massachusetts, Boston
1
University of Pittsburgh
1
University of San Francisco
1
Universtiy of California, Berkeley
1
School Notes
- At Lake Tahoe Preparatory School, we believe all our students deserve a robust education designed to meet them where they are in their academic journey, and those journeys are very different depending on the student.Our unique program fosters the success of each and every student. Our low student to faculty ratio of 7:1 inspires a superior academic program built on individualized learning and meaningful relationships. Our students benefit from taking part in the best outdoor sports Lake Tahoe offers, including big mountain skiing. Lake Tahoe Preparatory School meets students where they are in their academic journey. We champion lifelong intellectual curiosity, physical fitness, and personal resilience. We achieve 100 percent university acceptance, and our students graduate ready to learn, ready to launch, ready to lead.
- LD types supported: ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Executive Functioning, Learning Differences
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Christopher Harlem - VOSS WATER ASA Founder CEO, HARLEM FOODS AG
- Martin Rasinger - CEO, BagJump Action Sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lake Tahoe Preparatory School cost?
Lake Tahoe Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $68,000 for boarding students and $43,000 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of Lake Tahoe Preparatory School?
The acceptance rate of Lake Tahoe Preparatory School is 80%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 64%.
Who are famous alumni from Lake Tahoe Preparatory School?
Lake Tahoe Preparatory School famous alumni include: Christopher Harlem and Martin Rasinger.
What sports does Lake Tahoe Preparatory School offer?
Lake Tahoe Preparatory School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Freestyle Skiing, Ice Hockey, Rock Climbing, Skiing, Snowboarding and Soccer.
What is Lake Tahoe Preparatory School's ranking?
Lake Tahoe Preparatory School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Small student body (number of students), Small average class sizes and High average SAT scores.
When is the application deadline for Lake Tahoe Preparatory School?
The application deadline for Lake Tahoe Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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