Lake Tahoe School Incline Village

What Lake Tahoe School Incline Village does

Lake Tahoe School is a private, independent, non-profit PreK through 8th grade school located at 995 Tahoe Boulevard in Incline Village, Nevada, serving 241 students during the 2026-2027 academic year. Founded in 1997 as Incline Academy and rebranded in 2002, the school operates on a five-acre campus with 56,000 square feet of indoor teaching space, including 20 classrooms, two science labs, a MakerSpace, the Duffield Hall athletic and performing arts facility (completed 2019), and the Bobcat Treehouse Library Media Center (renovated 2023). It is accredited by the Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS) and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS).

The school's academic program is organized into PreK3, PreK4, Elementary K-5, and Middle School 6-8 divisions, supported by extensive co-curricular programming including athletics (Nordic skiing, basketball, volleyball, cross country, track and field), art and music using Orff-Schulwerk and Kodaly methodologies, a 10-week Diamond Peak ski program, a scaffolded outdoor adventure curriculum culminating in an 8th grade Costa Rica service trip, MakerSpace and STEM enrichment, and community service partnerships. Technology includes standard educational platforms (Renaissance Learning, Lexia Core5, ST Math) alongside physical MakerSpace equipment (Arduino, robotics, CAD, woodworking). The school maintains an 8:1 student-to-faculty ratio.

Revenue is generated primarily through all-inclusive tuition ($15,000-$33,338 per year across grade levels for 2026-2027), supplemented by the Bobcat Fund annual giving campaign (which covers the ~20% gap between tuition and actual education cost), summer camp fees (12+ programs open to the public), and permanent endowments ($1M tuition assistance + $500K professional development established 2024-2025). The school distributes through a direct admissions funnel (inquiry, tour, shadow day, application, enrollment contract) targeting families in the Lake Tahoe Basin and northern Nevada seeking small-class private education.

Name

Lake Tahoe School Incline Village

Legal name

Lake Tahoe School

Website

https://laketahoeschool.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lake Tahoe School is a 501(c)(3) independent non-profit PreK-8 school in Incline Village, Nevada, serving 241 students with an 8:1 student-to-faculty ratio, all-inclusive tuition, and a signature outdoor adventure curriculum culminating in an international Costa Rica service trip.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-8 Independent School Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Outdoor & Wilderness Education Schools (Field-Based Learning) (THAAAOAA)

Keywords

• Private k-8 education
• Independent school tuition
• Early childhood learning
• Outdoor education programs
• College preparatory curriculum

Headquarters

HQ city

Incline Village

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Tuition: Primary revenue stream from tuition payments. Tuition is all-inclusive, covering academic programs, athletics, extracurricular activities, and field trips. 2026-2027 rates: PreK3 $15,000, PreK4 $17,500, K-4th Grade $31,670, 5th-8th Grade $33,338.
2. Bobcat Fund (Annual Giving): Annual fund donations from parents, alumni, and friends. Tuition covers approximately 80% of education cost, with Bobcat Fund making up the difference. Accepts checks, credit card gifts, Donor Advised Fund distributions, securities transfers, and ACH transfers.
3. Summer Camps: Revenue from various summer camp programs including Little Explorers Camp, Tennis & Sports Camp, Junior Park Ranger Camp, Art Camp, Soccer Camp, Musical Theater Camp, and Nike Volleyball Camp. Camps are open to both enrolled students and the general public.
4. Tuition Assistance (Offset): Need-based tuition assistance funded through endowment income and annual fund contributions. Maximum assistance award is 90% of applicable year's tuition. Permanent endowments of $1M for tuition assistance and $500K for professional development were established in 2024-2025.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Lake Tahoe School is a fully accredited independent PreK through 8th grade school delivering all-inclusive academic, athletic, and enrichment programs to 241 students on a five-acre campus in Incline Village, Nevada. The school's core offering is annual tuition-based education that bundles core academics (literacy, math, science, social studies, Spanish) with comprehensive co-curricular programs including athletics, arts, music, MakerSpace/STEM, outdoor adventure learning, ski program, and community service.

Product overview

Lake Tahoe School is a private, independent PreK through 8th grade school serving 241 students in Incline Village, Nevada. The school offers a single unified educational program with a comprehensive curriculum organized by grade level (PreK3, PreK4, K-5 Elementary, 6-8 Middle School) supported by extensive co-curricular programs including Athletics, Art & Music, Outdoor & Adventure Learning, Enrichment Classes (MakerSpace, Science, Spanish, Music, Art, PE), Summer Camps, Ski Program, Community Service, Student Council & Leadership, and Doyle Family Speaker Series. The programs are designed to develop students cognitively, physically, socially, and emotionally, with particular emphasis on outdoor education leveraging the Lake Tahoe environment.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• PreK Program (PreK3 and PreK4) PreK3 half-day (8:30-11:30 am) and PreK4 full-day (8:40 am-2:30 pm) programs for children ages 3-5, grounded in play-based learning with a focus on social-emotional development, foundational academic skills, and enrichment through science labs, music, and athletics facilities. Tuition: $15,000 (PreK3) and $17,500 (PreK4) for 2026-2027.
• Elementary School Program (K-5) Kindergarten through 5th grade program with developmentally appropriate instruction in literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, world languages, and enrichment activities, with tuition of $31,670 for 2026-2027.
• Middle School Program (6-8) Grades 6-8 with core classes in Advisory, Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Spanish, and Outdoor Education, plus elective offerings in academics, arts, health, and technology; tuition of $33,338 for 2026-2027.
• Athletics Program Interscholastic sports program for grades 5-8 including Girls and Boys Basketball, Girls Volleyball, Nordic Skiing, Cross-Country, and Track & Field, plus PE classes for K-5 and a weekly ski/snowboard program at Diamond Peak Ski Area.
• Art & Music Program

Quantifiable outcome

• 93% re-enrollment rate for 2024-2025, increased from 90% in 2023-2024
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Diamond Peak Ski AreacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative ski program between Lake Tahoe School staff, Diamond Peak Ski Team, Diamond Peak Child Ski Center, and Diamond Peak Ski/Snowboard School. Students ski every Thursday throughout ski season at Diamond Peak. Groups designed by age and ability level for optimal learning. Program runs 10 weeks from early January to mid-March for students ages 4-14.
• Sugar Pine FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal non-government organization partnered with Lake Tahoe School for community service and environmental education. Students participate in tree planting and environmental stewardship activities.
• Green CommunitiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational service learning partner organization. Students engage in environmental conservation work in Costa Rica. Co-founder visited campus to spend time with students. Partnership supports 8th grade capstone international service learning trip to Costa Rica.
• NatureBridgecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnvironmental education organization. Fifth grade students participate in overnight trips to NatureBridge in Marin Headlands for pond ecology studies and hands-on environmental learning experiences.
• Coloma Outdoor Discovery SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocated in James Marshall Discovery State Park, California. Fourth graders spend three days and two nights immersed in Gold Rush history, culminating their social studies unit. Students participate in hands-on historical education activities.
• Tahoe Family SolutionsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal social services organization. Student Council works with Tahoe Family Solutions and other local charities for community service projects including annual Giving Tree holiday program.
• Project ManaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal non-profit organization addressing community needs. Student Council collaborates with Project Mana for community involvement initiatives.
• Tahoe Recreation CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUnlimited access to Incline Village Recreation Center and tennis courts within walking distance of campus. School offers swimming lessons at the Rec Center even in coldest winter months.
• Arts for the SchoolsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual arts education program bringing performances to students of all ages. Series of performances offered throughout the school year complementing LTS arts curriculum.
• Nevada Association of Student CouncilsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerState-level student council organization that confers annual NV Spirit Awards recognizing excellence in student leadership and service.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Head-Royce School: Larger independent K-12 school in Oakland, CA, NWAIS-accredited with a similar whole-child academic mission. Larger scale but operates the same private independent school business model.
• Sage Hill School: Independent 9-12 college preparatory school in Newport Coast, CA with comparable premium tuition model, college-preparatory focus, and small-school environment.
• Crystal Springs Uplands School: Independent K-12 school in Hillsborough, CA with NWAIS accreditation and strong college-preparatory outcomes. Larger in scale but operates the same premium private school model with similar mission.

Direct peers

• The Nueva School: Independent K-12 school in Hillsborough, CA with comparable premium tuition, small class sizes, and emphasis on individualized learning and enrichment programs across arts, sciences, and athletics.
• Bentley School: Independent K-12 school in Lafayette, CA accredited by NWAIS with similar academic culture, premium positioning, and college-preparatory outcomes. Comparable Bay Area NWAIS-affiliated private school model.
• Sugar Bowl Academy: Private college preparatory academy in Norden, CA (Lake Tahoe region) with a ski/sports academy focus. Shares the Lake Tahoe location, outdoor education emphasis, premium positioning, and small-school model with LTS.
• Pinewood School: Independent K-12 school in Los Altos Hills, CA with comparable mission, premium tuition, strong college-preparatory outcomes, and emphasis on individualized attention. Closest mission-aligned peer in California.
• Marin Academy: Independent 9-12 school in San Rafael, CA, NWAIS member with comparable mission, premium tuition, and emphasis on experiential and outdoor learning.
• Sage Ridge School: Independent 6-12 college preparatory school in Reno, NV, serving the same Northern Nevada market with comparable NWAIS affiliation, premium tuition, and small-class-size model. Most direct geographic and mission-aligned peer.
• Woodside Priory School: Independent Catholic school in Portola Valley, CA combining rigorous academics with outdoor and community-based programming. Comparable small-school culture with strong outdoor experiential components.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

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