Lake Tahoe Preparatory School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: (Boarding) 9-12, PG
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $55,000
- 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 298 schools) for:
School Overview
Student Body
Academics and Faculty
Tuition Cost
(Boarding Students)
(Day Students)
(4000 for each 3 week session)
Acceptance Rate
AP / Advanced Courses
Sports
Extracurriculars
Chess Club, Community Service Club, National Honor Society, Student Newspaper, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Ceramics Club, Music Instruction
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Alpine Skiing & Snowboarding, Backpacking Club, Badminton Club, Basketball Club, Bouldering, Camping Club, Hiking Club, Indoor Rock Climbing, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing, Sea Kayaking, Swimming, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Yoga
College Matriculation
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, and our wellness model prioritizes the physical, emotional, and social health of our students. Lake Tahoe Preparatory School provides a nurturing environment for each student to develop competency and confidence along their academic and social journeys.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.In 2020, we marked the 42-year anniversary of our school with a name change to Lake Tahoe Preparatory School. Our new name signifies our role in preparing our students to be ready to learn, ready to launch, and ready to lead as they pursue their education now at Lake Tahoe, California and in their global future.
- Lake Tahoe Preparatory School accreditations: Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges; National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA); AdvancED/Cognia
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Christopher Harlem - VOSS WATER ASA Founder CEO, HARLEM FOODS AG
- Martin Rasinger - CEO, BagJump Action Sports
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lake Tahoe Preparatory School cost?
Lake Tahoe Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $55,000 for boarding 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 58%.
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 19 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Badminton, Basketball, Bowling, Climbing, Cross Country, Cycling, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Ice Hockey, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Rock Climbing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball.
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, High percent faculty with advanced degrees 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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