Maple Lake Academy is a nonsectarian, co–ed alternative school serving grades 7 through 12 in the rural community of Spanish Fork, UT.
Founded in 2005, the school enrolls 24 students with a student–teacher ratio of 5:1 supported by 5 teachers.
The campus covers 3 acres and offers a casual dress code along with a summer school program.
Students at Maple Lake Academy represent approximately 8% students of color, reflecting some diversity within its small enrollment.
Admissions are on a rolling basis, providing flexible entry for families seeking a rural Utah alternative private school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Year Founded
2005
Summer School Offered
Yes
Campus Size
3 acres
Student Body
Total Students
24 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
email or call for more info
Admissions Director
Patti Hollenbeck-Dial
Admissions Associate
Jodi Leynse
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Helping Teens Embrace Life & Learning One Success at a Time
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Maple Lake Academy?
The application deadline for Maple Lake Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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