the right home for your student

Lakehill Preparatory School provides Dallas K-12 students the limitless opportunities they need to excel, and the rich support they need to keep forging ahead.

Every Student is Known

Average class size of 14 students

Education Beyond Walls

17-acre Environmental Science Center

A Full Student Journey

Athletics, fine arts, leadership, clubs, and service learning

Shaping Leaders

100% college acceptance

Tight-Knit Community

Intentionally sized with approx. 380 students,
K – 12

Room to Grow for Future

17-acre Warrior Athletic Campus

Rooted in East Dallas

Deeply rooted in the vibrant community

50 Years of Excellence

Half-century tradition of nurturing minds

Every Student is Known

Average class size of 14 students

Education Beyond Walls

40+ acre Environmental Science Center

A Full Student Journey

Athletics, fine arts, leadership, clubs, and service learning

Shaping Leaders

100% college acceptance

Tight-Knit Community

Approx. 380 students, Pre-K – 12

Room to Grow for Future

17-acre Warrior Athletic Campus

East Dallas Proud

Deeply rooted inthe vibrant community

50 Years of Excellence

Half-century tradition of nurturing minds

Education Shouldn’t Fit
students into a Mold…
It should help them break it.

Too many students are pushed into a mold, and miss the opportunity to discover their true calling in life. Too many schools lack the deep relationships needed to support students on their academic journey. At Lakehill, we focus on empowering students to discover their unique pathway to greatness.

Admission Previews

Get a firsthand look at daily life at Lakehill by exploring our campus, visiting classrooms, and hearing directly from our Head of School, division leadership, faculty, and student ambassadors.


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Admission Coffee

Join us for our K–12 Admission Coffee to experience Lakehill’s warm community through relaxed conversations with division heads and admissions leadership, complete with a personalized guided tour of our Main Campus.


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YOUR STUDENT ON THEIR OWN PATH TO SUCCESS

Your student can flourish if they get individual attention. That’s why our top priority is creating an academic environment that starts with relationships. Everything from class sizes to academic activities and extracurriculars is built around students. Give your student the individual focus they need to excel.

Surrounded By Deep Friendships and community

Your student needs a dynamic community around them to reach their full potential. From academic mentoring to an engaged parent network, your student will experience a vibrant community to develop deep friendships and interpersonal skills. Give your student a community advantage.

Seizing every opportunity to excel

For students to discover their own path to success, they need the opportunity to try things. Lakehill is designed to give your student the freedom to pursue learning their way, from athletics to advanced academics, from independent studies to lead in theater productions, every student is given the freedom to choose their own path, with no limitations on their options.

Admission TImeline

  • Step One

    Inquire & Attend Admission Event

  • Step Two

    Complete an Online Application

  • Step Three

    Submit Supplemental Materials

  • Step Four

    Admission testing, Shadow Visits, & Interviews

  • Step Five

    Admission Decisions

  • Step One

    Inquire & Attend Admission Event

  • Step Two

    Complete an Online Application

  • Step Three

    Submit Supplemental Materials

  • Step Four

    Admission testing, Shadow Visits, & Interviews

  • Step Five

    Admission Decisions

Discover The Place Your
Student Will Thrive

Lower School

Lower School surrounds your student with a nurturing network of instructors and students. It’s a safe environment to master foundational subjects while fostering a lifelong love of learning.

Middle School

Middle School is where your student starts owning their education. It’s the time where they develop their unique academic interests while discovering their identity within community.

Upper School

Upper School is where your student can achieve every kind of excellence. They’ll join a community of other young leaders exploring their future inside and outside the classroom.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Lakehill different from other independent schools?
  • Lakehill is an intentionally sized school with limitless opportunities.
  • At Lakehill, we believe every student deserves to be known, nurtured, challenged, and inspired. Our intentionally sized community allows students to build meaningful relationships with teachers, explore a wide range of interests, and pursue leadership opportunities that might not be available at larger schools.
  • From our rigorous college preparatory curriculum to athletics, fine arts, community service, and leadership experiences, students are encouraged to discover who they are and where they thrive. They don’t have to choose just one path—they have the opportunity to explore many.
  • Learning also extends beyond the classroom. Our 17-acre Roger L. Perry Campus is home to the Warrior Athletic Complex and the LEED-certified Alice and Erle Nye Family Environmental Science Center, where students learn through hands-on exploration across more than 40 acres of natural habitat.
What does the admission process look like?

Our admission process is designed to help your family experience Lakehill while allowing us to learn more about your student. It begins with an inquiry and campus visit, followed by an online application, a student visit, and a holistic review of each applicant. Our Admission Team is here to guide you every step of the way.

When should we apply?

We encourage families to begin the admission process as early as possible. Applying early provides the greatest opportunity for admission and financial aid consideration. Please contact our Admission Office to discuss availability for your student’s grade level.

What can I expect during a campus tour?

The best way to experience Lakehill is to see it in action! During your visit, you’ll tour campus with a member of our Admission Team or Student Ambassador, visit classrooms (when school is in session), learn about our academic programs, student life, and extracurricular opportunities, and have plenty of time to ask questions. We want you to leave with a true sense of what it feels like to be part of the Lakehill community.

Should I attend an Admission Preview or schedule a private tour?

Both offer valuable opportunities to experience Lakehill.

Admission Preview events provide an overview of our school through presentations from school leadership, faculty, and students, while a private tour offers a more personalized experience tailored to your family’s interests, questions, and grade level. Many families choose to do both.

Can my child visit campus?

Yes! Student visits are an important part of the admission process and provide applicants with the opportunity to experience a typical day at Lakehill, meet future classmates, and get a feel for our classrooms and community. Once you submit an application for your student, you can schedule a Shadow Visit. 

What is the average class size?

Lakehill’s average class size is 14 students, creating an environment where teachers truly know each student and can provide individualized support, meaningful relationships, and opportunities for every child to thrive.

Does Lakehill offer tuition assistance?

Yes. Lakehill is committed to making an exceptional education accessible to qualified families through a need-based tuition assistance program. Our Admission Team is happy to answer questions about the application process.

How do new students transition to Lakehill?

From the moment you’re admitted, our goal is to help your family feel at home. New students are welcomed through orientation activities, supportive faculty, caring classmates, and a close-knit community where students are known, encouraged, and connected from day one.

Can my child visit campus?

Yes! Student visits are an important part of the admission process and provide applicants with the opportunity to experience a typical day at Lakehill, meet future classmates, and get a feel for our classrooms and community. Once you submit an application for your student, you can schedule a Shadow Visit. 

What is the average class size?

Lakehill’s average class size is 14 students, creating an environment where teachers truly know each student and can provide individualized support, meaningful relationships, and opportunities for every child to thrive.

Does Lakehill offer tuition assistance?

Yes. Lakehill is committed to making an exceptional education accessible to qualified families through a need-based tuition assistance program. Our Admission Team is happy to answer questions about the application process.

How do new students transition to Lakehill?

From the moment you’re admitted, our goal is to help your family feel at home. New students are welcomed through orientation activities, supportive faculty, caring classmates, and a close-knit community where students are known, encouraged, and connected from day one.