Admissions

Discover Lake Ridge

Welcome!

We are Lake Ridge Academy, the leading K-12 private independent school on Cleveland's West Side. We are known for our academic rigor, experiential learning, and small class sizes. Our students are genuinely known by faculty who create an educational experience that inspires and develops exceptional young people.
If you are exploring school options for your child or want to learn more about Lake Ridge, you’re in the right place!
To get started, you can set up an account and apply, schedule a visit, or fill out an inquiry form to get more information.

Application Timelines
Our application opens on September 13, 2024. We offer tours and Preview Days to allow families to visit our campus. Our priority financial aid deadline is November 22, 2024, and completed applications are due by mid-January. Admissions Decisions will be announced on February 10, 2025.  

Rolling Admissions
Applications received or completed after mid-January are considered on a space-available basis.  
 
If you are interested in Kindergarten or international admissions, please visit their specific pages for more information. 

Please note that admissions decisions are made independently of financial aid considerations.

We hope to see you on campus soon!
Imagine Yourself Here

Preview Days

Join us for one of our Preview Days! Families have a chance to see the campus through the eyes of our students with ambassador tours, viewing classes in action, and time with Division Directors and the Admissions Team.  

Upcoming preview days:
Monday, September 30, 2024 
Friday, November 8, 2024 
Friday, April 11, 2025

Meet the Admissions Team

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37501 Center Ridge Road
North Ridgeville, OH 44039
Tel: (440) 327-1175
Fax: (440) 327-3641
Lake Ridge Academy is the only independent college preparatory school on Cleveland's west side. Our co-educational curriculum offers a unique blend of academics, extracurricular activities, and a focus on character development, all on our beautiful 93-acre campus. With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, our devoted faculty provides personalized attention to help every student thrive.