Below Average
#1574 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Valley Waldorf City School
Elementary School
17424 SHERMAN WAY, Van Nuys, CA 91406
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,574 of 1,787
In Van Nuys
#6 of 6
public schools
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Valley Waldorf City School
Elementary School in Van Nuys · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Valley Waldorf City School
Valley Waldorf City School is a private elementary school in Van Nuys, CA. Valley Waldorf City School serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Waldorf City School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,574 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 51 students, Valley Waldorf City 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 9.4:1 students to teachers, Valley Waldorf City School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Valley Waldorf City 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 Valley Waldorf City School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Van Nuys, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Valley Waldorf City School (this school) | 4.9 |
| Stagg Street Elementary | 7.5 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 2 | 4.6 |
| Columbus Avenue Elementary | 4.4 |
| Valerio Street Elementary | 5.7 |
| Sylvan Park Elementary | 7.6 |
| Robert Fulton College Preparatory | 6.7 |
| Valley Charter Middle | 6.2 |
| Kester Avenue Elementary | 9.0 |
| Ararat Charter | 3.1 |
| Van Nuys Elementary | 6.6 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary | 7.8 |
| Van Nuys Middle | 7.1 |
| High Tech LA Middle | 6.1 |
| Hazeltine Avenue Elementary | 7.0 |
| Kittridge Street Elementary | 4.8 |
| Erwin Elementary | 6.9 |
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
17424 SHERMAN WAY, Van Nuys, CA 91406
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley Waldorf City School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Garden Grove Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Reseda), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stagg Street Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gault Street Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Lake Balboa), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Van Nuys, see our Van Nuys schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The City School Lake Balboa | 0.0 mi | — |
| Anatola Avenue Elementary Lake Balboa | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Lemay Street Elementary Lake Balboa | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Gault Street Elementary Lake Balboa | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| William Mulholland Middle Lake Balboa | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Bertrand Avenue Elementary Reseda | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Lake Balboa College Preparatory Magnet K-12 Lake Balboa | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Stagg Street Elementary Van Nuys | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Daniel Pearl Journalism & Communications Magnet Lake Balboa | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 2 Van Nuys | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| High Tech LA Lake Balboa | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Birmingham Community Charter High Lake Balboa | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| St. Bridget of Sweden Elementary Van Nuys | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST BRIDGET OF SWEDEN Lake Balboa | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Independence Continuation Lake Balboa | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Lorne Street Elementary Northridge | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Newcastle Elementary Reseda | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Garden Grove Elementary Reseda | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Magnolia Science Academy Reseda | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Magnolia Science Academy 5 Reseda | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,653
Median Home Value
$765,000
Median Rent
$1,859/mo
Population
52,661
College Educated
28.7%
Homeownership
39.4%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
37
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley Waldorf City School
What grades does Valley Waldorf City School serve?
Valley Waldorf City School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Valley Waldorf City School?
Valley Waldorf City School has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Waldorf City School?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley Waldorf City School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Valley Waldorf City School rank in CA?
Valley Waldorf City School ranks #1,574 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Valley Waldorf City School's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley Waldorf City School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Valley Waldorf City School a private school?
Yes, Valley Waldorf City 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 Valley Waldorf City School a religious school?
No, Valley Waldorf City School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 51
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 153 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (818) 776-0011
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