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#870 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 49% of private schools
Live Oak Waldorf School
Elementary School
410 CROTHER RD, Meadow Vista, CA 95722
Enrollment
158
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
158
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#870 of 1,787
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Live Oak Waldorf School
Elementary School in Meadow Vista · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Live Oak Waldorf School
Live Oak Waldorf School is a private elementary school in Meadow Vista, CA. Live Oak Waldorf School serves approximately 158 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Live Oak Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #870 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 158 students, Live Oak 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 9.9:1 students to teachers, Live Oak Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Live Oak 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 Live Oak Waldorf School compares to the 1 public school in Meadow Vista, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Meadow Vista
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Live Oak Waldorf School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Sierra Hills Elementary | 6.4 |
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 CA.
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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 CA
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
410 CROTHER RD, Meadow Vista, CA 95722
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Live Oak Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chicago Park Community Charter (rated 8.8/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Grass Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bowman Charter (rated 7.7/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Auburn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chicago Park Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Grass Valley), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Meadow Vista, see our Meadow Vista schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Live Oak Waldorf School Meadow Vista | 0.1 mi | — |
| WEIMAR ACADEMY Weimar | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Weimar Hills Weimar | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Sierra Hills Elementary Meadow Vista | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Forest Lake Christian School Auburn | 3.7 mi | — |
| Cottage Hill Elementary Grass Valley | 4.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Magnolia Intermediate Grass Valley | 4.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Bear River High Grass Valley | 5.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Colfax Elementary Colfax | 6.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Bowman Charter Auburn | 6.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Colfax High Colfax | 6.8 mi | 7.1 |
| PINE HILLS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Auburn | 6.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Pine Hills Adventist Academy Auburn | 6.2 mi | — |
| Alta Sierra Elementary Grass Valley | 7.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Global SchoolONE Auburn | 7.7 mi | — |
| Legacy Christian School at Confluence Church Auburn | 7.8 mi | — |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Auburn | 7.9 mi | 4.5 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Auburn | 7.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Chicago Park Elementary Grass Valley | 9.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Chicago Park Community Charter Grass Valley | 9.2 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95722 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,023
Median Home Value
$671,800
Median Rent
$1,500/mo
Population
4,439
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
88.4%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
58.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Live Oak Waldorf School
What grades does Live Oak Waldorf School serve?
Live Oak Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Live Oak Waldorf School?
Live Oak Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 158 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Live Oak Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Live Oak Waldorf School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Live Oak Waldorf School rank in CA?
Live Oak Waldorf School ranks #870 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Live Oak Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?
Live Oak Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Live Oak Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Live Oak 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 Live Oak Waldorf School a religious school?
No, Live Oak Waldorf School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 158
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 163 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Placer County
- Phone
- (530) 878-8720
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