Windermere Preparatory School is a

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, coeducational PK–12 college preparatory school in Lake Butler, an

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, within the

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. Established in 2000 and in proximity to the Town of Windermere, it is accredited by the

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, Southern Association of Independent Schools, Florida Council of Independent Schools, and International Baccalaureate World School. It is a part of the

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network.

History

The school opened on September 5, 2000, using temporary classrooms, with an enrollment of 184 students and 25 teachers. Today, that enrollment has grown to 1,520 students including day and boarding on a campus on Lake Cypress. Presently, WPS employs over 160 faculty and staff. In 2016 it was sold to

. In 2021, the school reported 1,800 students.

Notable alumni

* Fanbo Zeng, professional basketball player.

References

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