Excellent
#13 of 207 private schools in AL
Top 6% of private schools
Alabama Waldorf School
Elementary School
5901 CRESTWOOD BLVD, Birmingham, AL 35212
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Alabama private schools
#13 of 207
In Birmingham
#4 of 31
public schools
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Alabama Waldorf School
Elementary School in Birmingham · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Alabama Waldorf School
Alabama Waldorf School is a private elementary school in Birmingham, AL. Alabama Waldorf School serves approximately 97 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Alabama Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #13 of 207 private schools in AL.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- AL avg 7.4
What Parents Should Know
At 97 students, Alabama 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 6.3:1 students to teachers, Alabama Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Alabama 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
BetaHow Alabama Waldorf School compares to 53 public schools serving similar grades in Birmingham, AL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alabama Waldorf School (this school) | 8.2 |
| Oliver K5 School | 8.2 |
| i3 Academy Phase 1 | 7.5 |
| Hayes K8 | 7.2 |
| Avondale Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Barrett Elementary School | 4.7 |
| i3 Academy Phase 2 | 4.8 |
| Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School | 4.5 |
| Robinson Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Inglenook School | 6.2 |
| Norwood Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Phillips Academy | 8.3 |
| Hudson KEight School | 3.2 |
| Jefferson County Virtual School | 4.9 |
| Christian School | 8.1 |
| Martha Gaskins K5 | 6.7 |
| Glen Iris Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Grantswood Community School | 8.3 |
| EPIC Alternative Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Huffman Middle School | 2.6 |
| Tuggle Elementary School | 7.8 |
Showing 20 of 53 schools. View all schools in Birmingham
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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 AL.
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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 AL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5901 CRESTWOOD BLVD, Birmingham, AL 35212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alabama Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crestline Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Mountain Brk), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cherokee Bend Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Mountain Brk), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Birmingham, see our Birmingham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oliver K5 School Birmingham | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Birmingham | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| RISING HOPE ACADEMY Birmingham | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Woodlawn High SchoolMagnet Birmingham | 1.1 mi | 2.0 |
| CORNERSTONE SCHOOLS OF ALABAMA Birmingham | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| MARANATHAN ACADEMY Birmingham | 1.3 mi | — |
| HIGDON HILL SCHOOL Birmingham | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| NE MILES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Birmingham | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| WE Putnam Middle SchoolMagnet Irondale | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| i3 Academy Phase 1 Birmingham | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| THE ALTAMONT SCHOOL Birmingham | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Irondale Community School Irondale | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Cherokee Bend Elementary School Mountain Brk | 1.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Barrett Elementary School Birmingham | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Hayes K8 Birmingham | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Crestline Elementary School Mountain Brk | 2.2 mi | 9.6 |
| Avondale Elementary School Birmingham | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| i3 Academy Phase 2 Birmingham | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| NEW DAY CHURCH OF FAITH MINISTRIES Gardendale | 2.2 mi | — |
| MCELWAIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Birmingham | 2.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,565
Median Home Value
$210,400
Median Rent
$754/mo
Population
10,059
College Educated
32.8%
Homeownership
40.5%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
40.4%
Median Age
33.3
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| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mobile, AL | 8.2 |
| Mount Hope Mt. Hope, AL | 8.2 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY Cullman, AL | 8.3 |
| ST BENEDICT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Elberta, AL | 7.9 |
| Flat Rock School Flat Rock, AL | 7.8 |
| HILLTOP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Birmingham, AL | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alabama Waldorf School
What grades does Alabama Waldorf School serve?
Alabama Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Alabama Waldorf School?
Alabama Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 97 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alabama Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Alabama Waldorf School is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Alabama Waldorf School rank in AL?
Alabama Waldorf School ranks #13 of 207 private schools in AL.
What is Alabama Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?
Alabama Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Alabama Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Alabama 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 Alabama Waldorf School a religious school?
No, Alabama Waldorf School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 97
- Gender Split
- 66% M / 34% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (205) 592-0541
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