Lake Tahoe Preparatory School (2026 Profile)

255 Olympic Valley Road | P.O. Box 2180
Olympic Valley, CA 96146

Tel: (245) 582-8690

laketahoeprep.org

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Lake Tahoe Preparatory School Photo #1 - Lake Tahoe Prep is a coeducational boarding school for students in grades 9-12 located in Olympic Valley, California. With a student body of 70 and student to teacher ratio of 7:1, we lead a program built upon personalized attention. Our students benefit from our robust curriculum approved by the University of California.

Lake Tahoe Preparatory School Photo #2 - Students may ski or snowboard daily during the winter months. Lake Tahoe Prep is located 1 mile from Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows Ski Resort.

Lake Tahoe Preparatory School Photo #3 - The LTP Courtyard separates the dormitories and gives students a quiet place to converse. Students reside in one of three dormitories on campus. The new dormitory uses south-facing solar panels to take full advantage of the average 300 days of sunshine to reduce our environmental footprint.

Lake Tahoe Preparatory School Photo #4 - Lake Tahoe is a premier world-renown resort destination year-round. The blue skies, clear water, dense forests, and deep snow make it a haven for for everyone - from outdoor enthusiasts to authors and explorers.

Lake Tahoe Preparatory School Photo #5 - Our small class sizes, averaging 7 students, allow teachers to provide increased individual instruction.

Lake Tahoe Preparatory School Photo #6 - Students may take full advantage of the LTP Art Studio. The Art Studio offers resources for drawing/sketching, painting, photography, and ceramics.

Lake Tahoe Preparatory School Photo #7 - Many students enjoy recording music in the recording studio.

Lake Tahoe Preparatory School Photo #8 - Students reside in adult-supervised dormitories. Due to Covid 19 the students are living in private rooms. Rooms are furnished with beds, dressers/clothing storage, desks & chairs, in-room dormitory refrigerators, and individual combination in-room safes for students to store their valuables. Most dorm rooms include en-suite bathrooms.

Lake Tahoe Preparatory School Photo #9 - LTP serves house-made meals. A fresh salad bar is available each day, and there are ample, year-round fresh fruits and snacks between meals. We also offer vegetarian options and can accommodate some special dietary needs.

Lake Tahoe Preparatory School Photo #10 - Students enjoy daily outdoor afternoon activities.

Lake Tahoe Preparatory School is private, college-preparatory boarding school located at Lake Tahoe, California.

We enroll students who are between 14 and 18 years of age in high school and accept International Students.

LTP has 100% acceptance to U.S. universities and 4-Year colleges.

All graduates receive an average of 3 University or 4-Year College acceptances.

Students may attend in-person or online classes for grades 9-12, or short-term for one semester, one academic year, or summer school.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 9-12, PG
Enrollment: 70 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $70,000
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $30,000
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 307 schools) for:

School Overview

| 2025 School Data

Lake Tahoe Preparatory School

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered

9-12, PG

9-12

School Type

Co-ed

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Supports Learning Differences (LD)

Yes

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1978

1909

Campus Size

3 acres

125 acres

School Calendar

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School Motto

Ready to Launch, Ready to Lead

Student Body

Enrollment

70 students

300 students

% Students of Color

30%

25%

% International Students

30%

20%

% Students Boarding

95%

70%

Average SAT Score

1350
(Out of 1600)

* National Avg. »View

SAT range (25th-75th percentile)

1250 - 1500

Average ACT score

25
(Out of 36)

*National Avg. »View

Offers Post-Grad Year

Yes

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Casual
Solid colored shirt with collar.

Casual

Average Class Size

7 students

* National Avg. »18

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

85%

70%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

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

Endowment Size

$50 million

$25 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$70,000

$59,900

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$30,000

$33,500

Tuition international students

$65,000

$53,975

Summer Program Cost

$5,000
(5000 for each 3-week session)

% Students on Financial Aid

20%

40%

Merit Scholarships Offered

Yes

Admissions

Application Deadline

None / Rolling

Jan. 15

Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)

Yes

Acceptance Rate

80%

58%

Director of Admissions

Adrienne Forbes

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Sports

Mountain BikingRock Climbing

SnowboardingSoccer

SwimmingTennis

Ultimate FrisbeeVolleyball

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Colors

Blue and Gold

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:

Chess ClubCommunity Service Club

National Honor SocietyStudent Newspaper

Yearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

Ceramics ClubMusic Instruction

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Alpine Skiing & SnowboardingBackpacking Club

Badminton ClubBasketball Club

BoulderingCamping Club

Hiking ClubIndoor Rock Climbing

KayakingMountain Biking

Nordic SkiingSea Kayaking

SwimmingTennis

Ultimate FrisbeeVolleyball

WeightliftingYoga

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College Matriculation

College Acceptance Rate

100%

10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)

University of California, Irvine

Miami University

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Berklee College of Music

Drexel University

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

University of Massachusetts, Boston

University of Pittsburgh

University of San Francisco

Universtiy of California, Berkeley

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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.
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

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Lake Tahoe Preparatory School cost?

Lake Tahoe Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $70,000 for boarding students and $30,000 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 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 18 interscholastic sports: 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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