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#12 of 22 private schools in AK

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Anchorage Waldorf School

Elementary School

3250 BAXTER RD, Anchorage, AK 99504

Private

Enrollment

63

Student-Teacher

6.2:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Alaska private schools

#12 of 22

In Anchorage

#6 of 10

public schools

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Anchorage Waldorf School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Anchorage · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Baxter Elementary

4.1/10

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Nearby

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Anchorage Waldorf School

Anchorage Waldorf School is a private elementary school in Anchorage, AK. Anchorage Waldorf School serves approximately 63 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Anchorage Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #12 of 22 private schools in AK.

How it comparesOn par with AK schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • AK avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 63 students, Anchorage Waldorf School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.2:1 students to teachers, Anchorage Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Anchorage Waldorf School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Anchorage Waldorf School compares to 70 public schools serving similar grades in Anchorage, AK

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.2:1
This School
vs
19.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
63
This School
vs
407
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
6.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 71.4% vs 0%
Black 6.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.2% vs 0%
Anchorage Waldorf School Anchorage Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Anchorage Waldorf School (this school) 6.7
Baxter Elementary 4.1
Highland Academy Charter 4.8
Alaska State School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing
College Gate Elementary 6.6
Scenic Park Elementary 7.1
Nunaka Valley Elementary 4.7
Winterberry School 6.5
Anchorage STrEaM Academy 8.6
Susitna Elementary 5.5
Chester Valley Elementary 4.1
Russian Jack Elementary 3.8
Nicholas J. Begich Middle School 4.1
Alaska Native Cultural Charter School 6.2
Ptarmigan Elementary 5.1
Williwaw Elementary 4.8
Whaley School 4.4
Creekside Park Elementary 3.9
Wonder Park Elementary 4.6
McLaughlin Secondary School 6.7
Muldoon Elementary 5.6

Showing 20 of 70 schools. View all schools in Anchorage

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AK.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.4 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,072.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 42%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Enrollment 63
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in AK

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 71.4%
Two or More 7.9%
Black 6.3%
Pacific Islander 6.3%
Native American 4.8%
Hispanic 3.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3250 BAXTER RD, Anchorage, AK 99504

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Anchorage Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Scenic Park Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is College Gate Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Winterberry School (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Anchorage, see our Anchorage schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Baxter Elementary Anchorage 0.2 mi 4.1
Alaska State School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Anchorage 0.4 mi
Highland Academy Charter Anchorage 0.4 mi 4.8
Benny Benson Alternative High School Anchorage 0.8 mi 6.0
Nunaka Valley Elementary Anchorage 0.9 mi 4.7
Scenic Park Elementary Anchorage 0.7 mi 7.1
College Gate Elementary Anchorage 0.6 mi 6.6
Chester Valley Elementary Anchorage 1.1 mi 4.1
Ptarmigan Elementary Anchorage 1.6 mi 5.1
Nicholas J. Begich Middle School Anchorage 1.4 mi 4.1
Susitna Elementary Anchorage 1.0 mi 5.5
Winterberry School Anchorage 1.0 mi 6.5
Anchorage STrEaM Academy Anchorage 1.0 mi 8.6
Creekside Park Elementary Anchorage 1.9 mi 3.9
Wonder Park Elementary Anchorage 2.1 mi 4.6
Russian Jack Elementary Anchorage 1.3 mi 3.8
Williwaw Elementary Anchorage 1.8 mi 4.8
Bettye Davis East Anchorage High School Anchorage 1.5 mi 5.6
Alaska Native Cultural Charter School Anchorage 1.5 mi 6.2
Whaley School Anchorage 1.8 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 99504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,338

Median Home Value

$309,200

Median Rent

$1,529/mo

Population

41,684

College Educated

30.6%

Homeownership

66.9%

Avg Commute

19.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

34.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ANCHORAGE JUNIOR ACADEMY Anchorage, AK 6.7
ST JOHN ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Eagle River, AK 6.9
SPRUCETREE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fairbanks, AK 7.4
KODIAK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kodiak, AK 5.6
Juneau Community Charter School Juneau, AK 7.9
Sutton Elementary Sutton, AK 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Anchorage Waldorf School

What grades does Anchorage Waldorf School serve?

Anchorage Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Anchorage Waldorf School?

Anchorage Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 63 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Anchorage Waldorf School?

The student-teacher ratio at Anchorage Waldorf School is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Anchorage Waldorf School rank in AK?

Anchorage Waldorf School ranks #12 of 22 private schools in AK.

What is Anchorage Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?

Anchorage Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Anchorage Waldorf School a private school?

Yes, Anchorage Waldorf School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Anchorage Waldorf School a religious school?

No, Anchorage Waldorf School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
63
Gender Split
35% M / 65% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
165 days
Setting
Large City
County
Anchorage Municipality

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