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Windermere Preparatory School

6189 Winter Garden-Vineland Rd
Windermere, FL 34786
Windermere Preparatory School is a local school which a global vision and is located on a beautiful 48-acre campus in Southwest Orange County.
Windermere Preparatory School's academic approach is built on complex problem solving and critical thinking emphasizing intellectual, personal, emotional, and social growth, that culminates with the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme.
Windermere Prep believes in educating the Whole Child.  Windermere Prep's Residental Life program offers boarding to Grade 7 - Grade 12 and our programming is structured and tailored for each age group concentrating on the development of good habits, independence, confidence, self-reflection, self-advocacy, a sense of belonging and a strong work ethic.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: (Boarding Students) 7-12
  • Grades: (Day Students) PK-12
  • Enrollment: 1,600 students
  • Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $79,000
  • Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $21,990
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Windermere Preparatory School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 307 schools) for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2025 School Data
Windermere Preparatory School
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
7-12
9-12
Grades Offered (Day)
PK-12
Pre-K-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Religious Affiliation
Non-denominational
Year Founded
2000
1909
Campus Size
48 acres
125 acres
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Motto
Unitas, Veritas, and Virtus

Student Body

Enrollment
1600 students
300 students
% Students of Color
22%
25%
% International Students
15%
20%
% Students Boarding
18%
70%
Average SAT Score
1231
(Out of 1600)
* National Avg. »View
Average ACT score
24
(Out of 36)
*National Avg. »View
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Mixture of formal and informal dress days
Casual
Average Class Size
20 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
7:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
2
17
Number of IB Courses Offered
20
-
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
2
17
Courses
AP European HistoryAP U.S. History
IB Biology SL, HLIB Chemistry SL, HL
IB Dance HL, SLIB Economics SL, HL
IB English Literature SL, HLIB French SL, HL, ab initio
IB German A Literature SLIB German B, HL, SL, ab initio
IB History SL, HLIB Latin SL, HL
IB Mandarin A Literature SLIB Mathematical Studies
IB Mathematics SL, HLIB Music SL, HL
IB Physics SL, HLIB Psychology SL, HL
IB Spanish A Literature SLIB Spanish SL, HL, ab initio
IB Visual Art SL, HL

Tuition & Financial Aid

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
$79,000
(Includes tuition, room & board for seven-day domestic students.)
$59,900
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
$21,990
(Base tuition for grades 6-8. Tuition varied by grade level. )
$33,500
Tuition international students
$85,400
$53,975
Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)
$62,300
$44,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No

Admissions

Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 15
Director of Admissions
Angel Nguyen
Application URL

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered
13
16
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Mascot
Lakers

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations
25
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Art GuildFilm Club
Football ClubGould Goes Green
Latinos UnidosMasterpieces (Yearbook)
One LovePhoenix
The NaturalsTouring Talent


Arts and Music Programs:
Broadcast JournalismChoir
Dance ClubDragon Club
Drama ClubDriven (Student-Led Youth Group)
Graphic DesignGuitar Club


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Core Golf AcademyElite Tennis USA
Inner ChoirSand Volleyball
Semi Quavers

College Matriculation

10 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)
University of Central Florida
14
University of Florida
13
University of California - Irvine
6
Virginia Tech
3
Brown University
2
Duke University
2
George Washington University
2
United States Military Academy - Army
2
Columbia University
1
Johns Hopkins University
1

School Notes

  • Our academics are taught by world-class teachers who personalize instruction to your child`s interests, needs, and goals. By implementing strategies, techniques, and skills designed by our educational experts, WPS students learn how perform at their best - helping them gain acceptances to top colleges, including Ivy League universities.From the very beginning of your child`s journey, they`ll gain close support, following personally sculpted learning plans and the innovative Windermere Prep curriculum - among the best and most rigorous in Florida. From Middle School onward, they develop their own portfolio showcasing growth, assessment, and reflection, setting up for success in the IB Program, where they can capstone their talents and knowledge before college.
  • From our private boarding school in greater Orlando, Florida, your child will receive the best care, resources, and services in our first-rate environment. WPS teachers, dorm parents, and boarding staff look after dorms and take a personal interest in each student, helping them adjust to life in Windermere. With many social opportunities, our international students can master their English conversational skills to fluency and make incredible friends.
  • Our boarding benefits include:
  • Full-time Dorm Parents and part-time Residential Assistants who know your child, looking after their well-being, safety, and happiness 
  • Three large, comfortable bedrooms in each townhouse
  • Support during nightly study time
  • Weekend activities and social experiences 
  • Thrilling resorts trips (during American Thanksgiving and Spring Break)
  • A state-of-the-art, gated security system
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Windermere Preparatory School cost?
Windermere Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $79,000 for boarding students and $21,990 for day students.
What sports does Windermere Preparatory School offer?
Windermere Preparatory School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Windermere Preparatory School's ranking?
Windermere Preparatory School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Large student body (number of students).
When is the application deadline for Windermere Preparatory School?
The application deadline for Windermere Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Class of 2015
5.00
Florida Polytechnic University
The classrooms are VERY modernised and you always feel immersed in classes. Uniforms are mandatory, but there is a LOT of variety in them. All of the teachers want you to succeed and will really. . .
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