How to apply
How to apply

How to apply

Thank you for considering Rancho Solano for your child’s education. We are committed to delivering a premier, personalized learning experience that inspires potential, builds character, and prepares students to thrive in a global society. 

Our admissions process is designed to be clear and responsive to your family’s needs. We’re here to support you every step of the way, ensuring a smooth transition and a warm welcome into our vibrant community, whenever you start your journey with us. 

The admissions journey

Preschool applications for the 27-28 school year will open on Thursday, October 1st at 9 am MST. 

Rancho Solano’s cut off birthdate is September 1st.

  • PK2 Applicants must turn 2 by September 1, 2027
  • PK3 Applicants must turn 3 by September 1, 2027
  • PK4  Applicants must turn 4 by September 1, 2027

Priority is given to current families, faculty and 26-27 waitlist families.

  • 01

    Inquire today

    Reach out to our Admissions Team or complete the online inquiry form to express interest and ask any initial questions. We’re here to help you every step of the way!

  • 02

    Schedule a school tour

    Book your personalized tour by contacting our Admissions team. PreK tours are available Tuesday and Thursday mornings. 

  • 03

    Submit your application

    Begin your journey with us by completing and submitting our online application. Applications are accepted in the order in which they are received. This exact order is then used to release available spaces. *Applications will become available on October 1st.

  • 04

    Complete required documentation

    Rancho Solano’s admissions process is carefully crafted to bring together academic excellence and an understanding of passion. Required documentation for PreK applications include:

    • Birth Certificate or Passport
    • Immunization Records
  • 05

    Evaluation and decision

    Applications are accepted in the order in which they are received. This exact order is then used to release available spaces. Notifications will be released in Mid-February.

  • 06

    Welcome to Rancho Solano Preparatory School!

    Congratulations – you are now part of the Rancho Solano community! We’re excited to welcome your family and look forward to supporting your journey with us.

Kindergarten applications for the 27-28 school year will open on Thursday, October 1st and families have until Friday, January 29th to have completed their process.

  • Kindergarten applicants must turn 5 by September 1, 2027 
  • If your family does not reside in the State of Arizona, you can request a virtual Kindergarten assessment. These will be conducted over Teams and parents will be asked to print the assessment prior to starting. 
  • Rancho Solano will have 16-20 openings for the 2027-28 school year.
  • 01

    Inquire today

    Reach out to our Admissions Team or complete the online inquiry form to express interest and ask any initial questions. We’re here to help you every step of the way!

  • 02

    Schedule a school tour

    Book your personalized tour by contacting our Admissions team. Visit our three unique campuses and experience Rancho Solano Preparatory School firsthand. Explore dynamic learning spaces, see our education in action, and discover how we personalize every student’s journey.Tours for the 2027-28 school year will begin booking in September.

  • 03

    Submit your application

    Begin your journey with us by completing our online application. 2027-28 school year applications will open on October 1st.  

  • 04

    Complete required documentation

    Rancho Solano’s admissions process is carefully crafted to bring together academic excellence and an understanding of passion. Required documentation for Kindergarten applications include:

    • Birth Certificate or Passport
    • Immunization Records
  • 05

    Schedule a kindergarten assessment

    The Kindergarten Assessment is an in-house Rancho designed tool that all incoming Kindergarteners will take. This is assessment is approximately 30 minutes and is lead by our Director of Curriculum and Instruction. Assessments are scheduled between December 7th -February 12th.

  • 06

    Evaluation and decision

    Our Admissions Review Committee will conduct a holistic review of your child's applicant file. 2027-28 school year decisions will be made at the end of February.

  • 07

    Welcome to Rancho Solano Preparatory School!

    Congratulations – you are now part of the Rancho Solano community! We’re excited to welcome your family and look forward to supporting your journey with us.

Lower and Upper Elementary applications for the 27-28 school year will open on Thursday, October 1st and families have until Friday, January 29th to have completed their process.

  • If your family does not reside in the State of Arizona, you can request a virtual assessment. The ISEE is offered nationally. 
  • 1st – 5th grade admission is space contingent. The amount of seats will vary year to year. Families are encouraged to complete the process within the standard timeline in order to eligible.
  • 01

    Inquire today

    Reach out to our Admissions Team or complete the online inquiry form to express interest and ask any initial questions. We’re here to help you every step of the way!

  • 02

    Schedule a school tour

    Book your personalized tour by contacting our Admissions team. Our Greenway Campus is home to PreK - 3rd Grade, while our brand new Pima Campus is for 4th and 5th graders. Explore dynamic learning spaces, see our education in action, and discover how we personalize every student’s journey. Tours for the 2027-28 school year will begin booking in September.

  • 03

    Submit your application

    Begin your journey with us by completing our online application. 2027-28 school year applications will open on October 1st.  

  • 04

    Complete required documentation

    Rancho Solano’s admissions process is carefully crafted to bring together academic excellence and an understanding of passion. Required documentation for 1st-5th grades include: Birth Certificate or Passport, immunization records, 26-27 Semester 1 Report Card, 25-26 Year End Report Card, Teacher Letter of Recommendation (This will be sent through your parent portal).

  • 05

    Schedule admissions assessment

    1st - 2nd Grade (Dec-Feb): 1st and 2nd graders will schedule an in-person Rancho designed assessment. Students will need approximately 1 hour and this will be conducted by our Director of Curriculum and Instruction.

    3rd-5th Grade (Oct-Jan): 3rd – 5th graders will schedule the Independent School Entrance Exam. The ISEE can be scheduled at the Ventura campus, by remote proctor or through the ERB testing service. ISEE EXAM LINK

  • 06

    Student visit opportunities

    All applicants 2nd – 5th grade are required to attend a campus shadow day. For students outside of the State of Arizona, virtual interviews may be arranged. 

  • 07

    Evaluation and decision

    Our Admissions Review Committee will conduct a holistic review of your child's applicant file. 2027-28 school year decisions will be made at the end of February.

  • 08

    Welcome to Rancho Solano Preparatory School!

    Congratulations – you are now part of the Rancho Solano community! We’re excited to welcome your family and look forward to supporting your journey with us.

Middle School applications for the 27-28 school year will open on Thursday, October 1st and families have until Friday, January 29th to have completed their process.  

  • If your family does not reside in the State of Arizona, you can request a virtual admissions process. Student interviews will be conducted over Teams.
  • If your student is not a native English speaker, please reach out to the Admissions Office. English proficiency testing can be used to waive the ISEE.
  • 6th grade is a natural entry point and Rancho opens approximately 20 seats each year.
  • 7th and 8th grade openings are based on available spaces. These numbers vary from year to year.
  • 01

    Inquire today

    Reach out to our Admissions Team or complete the online inquiry form to express interest and ask any initial questions. We’re here to help you every step of the way!

  • 02

    Schedule a school tour

    Book your personalized tour by contacting our Admissions team. Explore dynamic learning spaces, see our education in action, and discover how we personalize every student’s journey. Tours for the 2027-28 school year will begin booking in September.

  • 03

    Submit your application

    Begin your journey with us by completing our online application. 2027-28 school year applications will open on October 1st.  

  • 04

    Complete required documentation

    Required documentation for Middle School applicants includes: Birth Certificate or Passport, Immunization record, 26-27 Semester 1 Report Card, 24-25 and 25-26 Year End Report Card, Recent writing sample, Teacher Letter of Recommendation requests from the following: Math, English and Administrative.

  • 05

    Schedule admissions assessment

    Applicants will need to complete the Independent School Entrance Exam. Click the link to take the Admissions Assessment Exam.

  • 06

    Student visit opportunities

    Applicants to grades 6 - 8 are encouraged to join a Shadow Day to experience campus life. Interviews may also be scheduled for applicants who are unable to visit our campus in-person. Shadowing will run November – February. 

  • 07

    Evaluation and decision

    Our Admissions Review Committee will conduct a holistic review of your child's applicant file. 2027-28 school year decisions will be made at the end of February.

  • 08

    Welcome to Rancho Solano Preparatory School!

    Congratulations – you are now part of the Rancho Solano community! We’re excited to welcome your family and look forward to supporting your journey with us.

High School applications for the 27-28 school year will open on Thursday, October 1st and families have until Friday, January 29th to have completed their process.  

  • If your family does not reside in the State of Arizona, you can request a virtual admissions process. Student interviews will be conducted over Teams.
  • If your student is not a native English speaker, please reach out to the Admissions Office. English proficiency testing can be used to waive the ISEE.
  • 9th grade is a natural entry point and Rancho opens approximately 25 seats each year.
  • For transfer students, space is based both on scheduling and natural attrition. The number of students Rancho is able to accept each year varies greatly.
  • 01

    Inquire today

    Reach out to our Admissions Team or complete the online inquiry form to express interest and ask any initial questions. We’re here to help you every step of the way!

  • 02

    Visit our campus

    Book your personalized tour by contacting our Admissions team, or join one of our upcoming High School Information Nights to explore our facilities, meet our teachers, and learn more about our school community.

  • 03

    Submit your application

    Begin your journey with us by completing our online application. 2027-28 school year applications will open on October 1st.  

  • 04

    Complete required documentation

    Required documentation for High School applicants includes: Birth Certificate or Passport, Immunization record, 26-27 Semester 1 Report Card, 24-25 and 25-26 Year End Report Card, Recent writing sample, Teacher Letter of Recommendation requests from the following: Math, English and Administrative.

  • 05

    Schedule admissions assessment

    Applicants will need to complete the Independent School Entrance Exam. Click the link to take the Admissions Assessment Exam.

  • 06

    Student visit opportunities

    Applicants to grades 9 -12 are encouraged to join a Shadow Day to experience campus life. Interviews may also be scheduled for applicants who are unable to visit our campus in-person. Shadowing will run November – February. 

  • 07

    Evaluation and decision

    Our Admissions Review Committee will conduct a holistic review of your child's applicant file. 2027-28 school year decisions will be made at the end of February.

  • 08

    Welcome to Rancho Solano Preparatory School!

    Congratulations – you are now part of the Rancho Solano community! We’re excited to welcome your family and look forward to supporting your journey with us.

  • 01

    Inquire today

    Reach out to our Admissions Team or complete the online inquiry form to express interest and ask any initial questions. We’re here to help you every step of the way!

  • 02

    Schedule a school tour

    Book your personalized tour by contacting our Admissions team. Visit our three unique campuses and experience Rancho Solano Preparatory School firsthand. Explore dynamic learning spaces, see our education in action, and discover how we personalize every student’s journey.

  • 03

    Submit your application

    Begin your journey with us by completing and submitting our online application. Applications are accepted in the order in which they are received. This exact order is then used to release available spaces. 

  • 04

    Complete required documentation

    Rancho Solano’s admissions process is carefully crafted to bring together academic excellence and an understanding of passion. Designed to be holistic and age appropriate, our admissions approach seeks to get to know your student beyond simply an application.

  • 05

    Student visit opportunities

    Applicants to grades 2-12 are encouraged to join a Shadow Day to experience campus life. Interviews may also be scheduled for applicants who are unable to visit our campus in-person. 

  • 06

    Evaluation and decision

    Our Admissions Review Committee will conduct a holistic review of your child's applicant file. 2027-28 school year decisions will be made at the end of February.

  • 07

    Welcome to Rancho Solano Preparatory School!

    Congratulations – you are now part of the Rancho Solano community! We’re excited to welcome your family and look forward to supporting your journey with us.

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