Excellent
#30 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 2% of private schools
Sacramento Waldorf School
School
3750 BANNISTER RD, Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#30 of 1,787
In Fair Oaks
#1 of 6
public schools
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Sacramento Waldorf School
School in Fair Oaks · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sacramento Waldorf School
Sacramento Waldorf School is a private school in Fair Oaks, CA. Sacramento Waldorf School serves approximately 451 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacramento Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #30 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 5.7:1 students to teachers, Sacramento Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sacramento 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 Sacramento Waldorf School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Fair Oaks, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sacramento Waldorf School (this school) | 8.4 |
| La Vista Center | — |
| El Sereno Alternative Education | 7.5 |
| Meraki High | 7.3 |
| Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary | 5.4 |
| Will Rogers Middle | 5.5 |
| Del Campo High | 4.2 |
| Northridge Elementary | 5.6 |
| Earl Legette Elementary | 6.6 |
| Bella Vista High | 6.3 |
| Orangevale Open K-8 | 5.5 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
3750 BANNISTER RD, Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sacramento Waldorf School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Walnutwood High (Independent Study) (rated 5.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Rancho Cordova), a more accessible option. Additionally, Innovations Academy (rated 2.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Rancho Cordova), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fair Oaks, see our Fair Oaks schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOTUS CHILD MONTESSORI Fair Oaks | 0.7 mi | — |
| La Vista Center Fair Oaks | 1.0 mi | — |
| Riverview STEM Elementary Rancho Cordova | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Albert Schweitzer Elementary Carmichael | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Williamson Elementary Rancho Cordova | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| FREEDOM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fair Oaks | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| CCHAT Center–Sacramento Rancho Cordova | 1.3 mi | — |
| W. E. Mitchell Middle Rancho Cordova | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| ST MEL SCHOOL Fair Oaks | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary Fair Oaks | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Walnutwood High (Independent Study) Rancho Cordova | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Innovations Academy Rancho Cordova | 1.8 mi | 2.7 |
| El Sereno Alternative Education Fair Oaks | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Meraki High Fair Oaks | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| John Barrett Middle Carmichael | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Peter J. Shields Elementary Rancho Cordova | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Will Rogers Middle Fair Oaks | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| CORDOVA BAPTIST PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Rancho Cordova | 2.0 mi | — |
| St. John Vianney Catholic School Rancho Cordova | 2.2 mi | — |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL Rancho Cordova | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95628 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,582
Median Home Value
$615,400
Median Rent
$1,857/mo
Population
43,783
College Educated
43.9%
Homeownership
70.4%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
44.6
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|---|---|
| Alder Grove Charter School 2 Eureka, CA | 8.4 |
| Connecting Waters Charter - East Bay Waterford, CA | 8.4 |
| Escalon Charter Academy Escalon, CA | 8.4 |
| Hallmark Academy Sanger, CA | 8.4 |
| CORE Charter Marysville, CA | 8.5 |
| Dimensions Collaborative Escondido, CA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sacramento Waldorf School
What grades does Sacramento Waldorf School serve?
Sacramento Waldorf School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Sacramento Waldorf School?
Sacramento Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 451 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacramento Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sacramento Waldorf School is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sacramento Waldorf School rank in CA?
Sacramento Waldorf School ranks #30 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Sacramento Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sacramento Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sacramento Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Sacramento 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 Sacramento Waldorf School a religious school?
No, Sacramento Waldorf School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 451
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 79
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Phone
- (916) 860-2507
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