LAKE COUNTY EARLY COLLEGE

LAKE COUNTY EARLY COLLEGE is a public high school that is part of the Lake County School District No. R-1 school district, located in LEADVILLE, CO with about 1 students offering grade levels from 11th Grade to 12th Grade.

LAKE COUNTY EARLY COLLEGE (LCEC), located in Leadville, Colorado, is a specialized educational program designed to provide high school students with an accelerated path toward higher education. Operating in partnership with Colorado Mountain College, the school allows students to concurrently earn both their high school diploma and an associate degree—or a significant amount of transferable college credit—tuition-free. This model is specifically structured to remove financial and academic barriers, enabling students to gain a head start on their post-secondary goals while still supported by the high school environment.

The school emphasizes a rigorous academic culture and college readiness, catering to students who are motivated to take on the challenges of a collegiate curriculum. By integrating high school and college coursework, LCEC fosters a supportive community where students develop strong time-management skills and self-advocacy. Its location in Leadville, the highest incorporated city in the United States, further underscores its mission to provide high-quality, accessible educational opportunities to the rural mountain community, preparing graduates for seamless transitions into four-year universities or the workforce.

For more information, contact LAKE COUNTY EARLY COLLEGE at (719) 486-6950 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.