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Santa Cruz Waldorf School

Elementary School

2190 Empire Grade, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Private

Enrollment

163

Student-Teacher

8.2:1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2024-25

About Santa Cruz Waldorf School

Santa Cruz Waldorf School is an private elementary school in Santa Cruz, CA 95060. The school serves approximately 163 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 8.2:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $106,040, where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 163 students, Santa Cruz Waldorf School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.2:1, Santa Cruz Waldorf School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Santa Cruz Waldorf School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Santa Cruz Waldorf School compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Cruz, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.2:1
This School
vs
20.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
163
This School
vs
297
Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Santa Cruz Waldorf School (this school)
Santa Cruz County Special Education 7.4
Santa Cruz County Community 6.2
Santa Cruz County Court
Westlake Elementary 6.5
Brook Knoll Elementary 7.1
Mission Hill Middle 5.4
Pacific Collegiate Charter 9.0
Bay View Elementary 7.3
Ark Independent Studies 3.2
Alternative Family Education 3.9
Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch 7.3
Branciforte Middle 6.0
Gault Elementary 7.6
De Laveaga Elementary 6.8
Happy Valley Elementary 7.7
Green Acres Elementary 7.1
Ocean Alternative Education Center 8.8
Tierra Pacifica Charter 3.9
Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary 3.5
Live Oak Elementary 4.3

Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in Santa Cruz

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
163 students
Type
Private
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.2:1
Address
2190 Empire Grade, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Phone
(831) 425-0519
Data Year
SY 2024-25
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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Location

2190 Empire Grade, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Santa Cruz Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bay View Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 3.4 miles away). Another option is Brook Knoll Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 2.5 miles away). Additionally, HOLY CROSS SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 3.2 miles away). For more schools in Santa Cruz, see our Santa Cruz schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
SANTA CRUZ WALDORF SCHOOL Santa Cruz 0.0 mi 5.9
Westlake Elementary Santa Cruz 2.4 mi 6.5
Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School Santa Cruz 2.3 mi
Santa Cruz County Special Education Santa Cruz 2.3 mi 7.4
Santa Cruz County Court Santa Cruz 2.3 mi
Santa Cruz County Community Santa Cruz 2.3 mi 6.2
Brook Knoll Elementary Santa Cruz 2.5 mi 7.1
Pacific Collegiate Charter Santa Cruz 3.3 mi 9.0
Mission Hill Middle Santa Cruz 3.0 mi 5.4
Bay View Elementary Santa Cruz 3.4 mi 7.3
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Santa Cruz 3.2 mi 7.0
Holy Cross Santa Cruz 3.2 mi
Santa Cruz High Santa Cruz 3.3 mi 7.7
San Lorenzo Valley High Felton 3.8 mi 7.4
PACIFIC SANDS ACADEMY Scotts Valley 3.4 mi
SPRING HILL-ADVANCED ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF SANTA CR Santa Cruz 3.6 mi 5.7
San Lorenzo Valley Elementary Felton 3.9 mi 4.0
San Lorenzo Valley Middle Felton 4.0 mi 5.0
California Connections Academy Monterey Bay Ripon 3.6 mi 3.2
GATEWAY SCHOOL Santa Cruz 3.9 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,040

Median Home Value

$1,189,300

Median Rent

$2,356/mo

Population

46,024

College Educated

55.2%

Homeownership

51.9%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

17.1%

Median Age

36.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Santa Cruz Waldorf School has a median household income of $106,040. It is a well-educated community where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,189,300, with a median rent of $2,356/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.1%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Santa Cruz Waldorf School

What grades does Santa Cruz Waldorf School serve?

Santa Cruz Waldorf School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Santa Cruz Waldorf School?

Santa Cruz Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 163 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Cruz Waldorf School?

The student-teacher ratio at Santa Cruz Waldorf School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is Santa Cruz Waldorf School a private school?

Yes, Santa Cruz 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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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (3,203/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Santa Cruz). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
163
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
County
Santa Cruz
Data Year
2025–2026

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