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Sanderling Waldorf School
Elementary School
2585 Business Park Dr, Vista, CA 92081
Enrollment
122
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
122
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2024-25
Data vintage2024-25
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Sanderling Waldorf School
Elementary School in Vista · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sanderling Waldorf School
Sanderling Waldorf School is a private elementary school in Vista, CA. Sanderling Waldorf School serves approximately 122 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 122 students, Sanderling 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 8.7:1 students to teachers, Sanderling Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sanderling 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 Sanderling Waldorf School compares to 28 public schools serving similar grades in Vista, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sanderling Waldorf School (this school) | — |
| Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary | 5.5 |
| Classical Academy Vista | 7.1 |
| Dual Language Immersion North County | 8.8 |
| Lake Elementary | 5.1 |
| Hannalei Elementary | 5.1 |
| Madison Middle | 4.2 |
| Breeze Hill Elementary | 5.9 |
| Monte Vista Elementary | 3.8 |
| Beaumont Elementary | 4.4 |
| Bella Mente Montessori Academy | 5.5 |
| Vista Magnet Middle School of Technology Science and Math | 6.7 |
| Vista Innovation and Design Academy | 8.3 |
| Casita Center for Science/Math/Technology | 8.7 |
| Vista Academy of Visual and Performing Arts | 5.4 |
| Rancho Minerva Middle | 3.9 |
| California Avenue Elementary | — |
| Grapevine Elementary | 5.7 |
| Maryland Elementary | 4.8 |
| Foothill Oak Elementary | 4.2 |
| Bobier Elementary | 4.5 |
Showing 20 of 28 schools. View all schools in Vista
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 122 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Address
- 2585 Business Park Dr, Vista, CA 92081
- Phone
- (760) 635-3747
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Location
2585 Business Park Dr, Vista, CA 92081
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sanderling Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dual Language Immersion North County (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away). Another option is KIDS TOWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away). Additionally, Classical Academy Vista (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away). For more schools in Vista, see our Vista schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIDS TOWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Vista | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Kid's Town Montessori School Vista | 1.2 mi | — |
| Rancho Buena Vista High Vista | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| STARS MONTESSORI ACADEMY Vista | 1.4 mi | — |
| Big Tree Little Preschool Kindergarten Vista | 1.5 mi | — |
| BIG TREE LITTLE PRESCHOOL KINDERGARTEN Vista | 1.5 mi | — |
| Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary Vista | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Classical Academy Vista Vista | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Carrillo Elementary Carlsbad | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Dual Language Immersion North County Vista | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY San Marcos | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| PACIFIC RIDGE SCHOOL Carlsbad | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Pacific Ridge School Carlsbad | 2.0 mi | — |
| La Mirada Academy San Marcos | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| San Marcos High San Marcos | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Lake Elementary Vista | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Hannalei Elementary Vista | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Pivot Charter School - San Diego II San Marcos | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| High Tech Elementary North County San Diego | 2.1 mi | 3.1 |
| High Tech Middle North County San Diego | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,663
Median Home Value
$774,800
Median Rent
$2,393/mo
Population
29,596
College Educated
38.6%
Homeownership
53.2%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
37
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sanderling Waldorf School
What grades does Sanderling Waldorf School serve?
Sanderling Waldorf School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Sanderling Waldorf School?
Sanderling Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 122 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sanderling Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sanderling Waldorf School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Sanderling Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Sanderling Waldorf School is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 122
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (760) 635-3747
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