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#603 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Top 34% of private schools

The Waldorf School of Orange County

School

2350 CANYON DR, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

277

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

277

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#603 of 1,787

In Costa Mesa

#5 of 9

public schools

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About The Waldorf School of Orange County

The Waldorf School of Orange County is a private school in Costa Mesa, CA. The Waldorf School of Orange County serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. The Waldorf School of Orange County has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #603 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.5 pts above CA schools

6.8

This school 6.8 · Average
CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 8.5:1 students to teachers, The Waldorf School of Orange County sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Waldorf School of Orange County 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.

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How The Waldorf School of Orange County compares to 39 public schools serving similar grades in Costa Mesa, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

8.5:1

This School

17.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

277

This School

535

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.8

This School

7.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 54.2% vs 0%

Asian 15.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 10.1% vs 0%

Black 0.7% vs 0%

The Waldorf School of Orange County Costa Mesa Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
The Waldorf School of Orange County (this school)	—	277	8.5:1	6.8
Estancia High	0.3 mi	1,030	19.1:1	8.0
Wilson Elementary	0.5 mi	354	20.8:1	6.5
Victoria Elementary	0.5 mi	293	16.3:1	7.2
Pomona Elementary	0.9 mi	290	19.3:1	7.7
Everett A. Rea Elementary	1.0 mi	346	18.2:1	8.7
Adams Elementary	1.1 mi	326	15.5:1	8.9
Whittier Elementary	1.3 mi	457	16.9:1	6.8
Early College High	1.6 mi	200	18.2:1	9.5
College Park Elementary	1.7 mi	471	18.8:1	8.0
Costa Mesa High	2.1 mi	1,761	18.7:1	7.8
Charles W. Tewinkle Middle	2.2 mi	514	16.6:1	6.7
California Elementary	2.2 mi	366	19.3:1	9.2
Maude B. Davis Elementary	2.3 mi	560	24.3:1	8.9
Heinz Kaiser Elementary	2.3 mi	520	20.8:1	9.1
Killybrooke Elementary	2.3 mi	445	21.2:1	8.5
Woodland Elementary	2.4 mi	455	19.8:1	8.0
Newport Heights Elementary	2.4 mi	478	19.9:1	8.0
Monte Vista Independent Study	2.4 mi	62	10.3:1	5.9
International School for Science and Culture	2.5 mi	114	19:1	4.1
Paularino Elementary	2.7 mi	356	16.2:1	7.6

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

A- 7.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.5:1

Instructional Commitment

C 2.5 / 10

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School Day Length 6.3 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,071

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 63%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 277

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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)

White 54.2%

Two or More 18.8%

Asian 15.5%

Hispanic 10.1%

Black 0.7%

Native American 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2350 CANYON DR, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Waldorf School of Orange County may also want to explore other schools in the area. Early College High (rated 9.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Adams Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Everett A. Rea Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Costa Mesa, see our Costa Mesa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Waldorf School of Orange County Costa Mesa	0.0 mi	280	—
Estancia High Costa Mesa	0.3 mi	1,030	8.0
Victoria Elementary Costa Mesa	0.5 mi	293	7.2
Wilson Elementary Costa Mesa	0.5 mi	354	6.5
CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Costa Mesa	0.6 mi	222	6.0
Pomona Elementary Costa Mesa	0.9 mi	290	7.7
Page Private-Costa Mesa Costa Mesa	0.9 mi	92	—
PAGE ACADEMY Costa Mesa	0.9 mi	48	7.8
Everett A. Rea Elementary Costa Mesa	1.0 mi	346	8.7
Adams Elementary Costa Mesa	1.1 mi	326	8.9
Whittier Elementary Costa Mesa	1.3 mi	457	6.8
THE PEGASUS SCHOOL Huntington Beach	1.3 mi	557	7.3
Ralph E. Hawes Elementary Huntington Beach	1.3 mi	464	8.2
RENASCENCE SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL Costa Mesa	1.6 mi	140	8.6
Early College High Costa Mesa	1.6 mi	200	9.5
Isaac L. Sowers Middle Huntington Beach	1.5 mi	776	7.4
Oka (Isojiro) Elementary Huntington Beach	1.7 mi	507	7.7
Carden Hall, Inc Newport Beach	1.9 mi	440	—
CARDEN HALL Newport Beach	1.9 mi	407	7.3
College Park Elementary Costa Mesa	1.7 mi	471	8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92627 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,039

Median Home Value

$1,074,900

Median Rent

$2,299/mo

Population

60,751

College Educated

41.7%

Homeownership

37.1%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Waldorf School of Orange County

What grades does The Waldorf School of Orange County serve?

The Waldorf School of Orange County serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend The Waldorf School of Orange County?

The Waldorf School of Orange County has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Waldorf School of Orange County?

The student-teacher ratio at The Waldorf School of Orange County is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Waldorf School of Orange County rank in CA?

The Waldorf School of Orange County ranks #603 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is The Waldorf School of Orange County's MySchoolScout rating?

The Waldorf School of Orange County has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Waldorf School of Orange County a private school?

Yes, The Waldorf School of Orange County 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 The Waldorf School of Orange County a religious school?

No, The Waldorf School of Orange County is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 33 Some Transit
Bike Score: 69 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 277
Gender Split: 52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 33
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6.3 hours
Days Per Year: 170 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Orange County
Phone: (949) 574-7775

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