Very Good
#387 of 1,387 private schools in CA
Top 28% of private schools
Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the
Elementary School
7421 Mirano Drive, Goleta, CA 93117
About Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the
Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the is an private elementary school in Goleta, CA 93117. The school serves approximately 117 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.0/10, placing it in the 72.2th percentile among private schools in CA — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in school profile (7.6/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $79,553, where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Compared to the 7 public schools in Goleta, Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the rates higher overall (7.0 vs 6.3 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Goleta, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the (this school) | 7.0 |
| Brandon Elementary | 4.6 |
| Ellwood Elementary | 6.8 |
| Isla Vista Elementary | 8.3 |
| La Patera Elementary | 8.0 |
| Santa Barbara Charter | 3.9 |
| Goleta Valley Junior High | 6.7 |
| Kellogg Elementary | 6.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
7421 Mirano Drive, Goleta, CA 93117
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Coast Montessori Goleta | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Dos Pueblos Senior High Goleta | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Brandon Elementary Goleta | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Ellwood Elementary Goleta | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Isla Vista Elementary Goleta | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| La Patera Elementary Goleta | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Santa Barbara Charter Goleta | 3.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Goleta Valley Junior High Goleta | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Kellogg Elementary Goleta | 3.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Mountain View Elementary Santa Barbara | 4.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Foothill Elementary Santa Barbara | 4.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Saint Therese Classical Academy Santa Barbara | 4.9 mi | 6.4 |
| El Camino Elementary Santa Barbara | 5.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Hollister Elementary Santa Barbara | 5.2 mi | 7.7 |
| San Marcos Senior High Santa Barbara | 5.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Trivium Charter School Voyage Lompoc | 6.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Vieja Valley Elementary Santa Barbara | 6.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Santa Barbara County Special Education Santa Barbara | 6.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Santa Barbara County Juvenile Court Santa Barbara | 6.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Santa Barbara County Community Santa Barbara | 6.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2018-2022)
Census data for ZIP 93117 (ACS 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,553
Median Home Value
$932,400
Median Rent
$1,936/mo
Population
53,345
College Educated
51.6%
Homeownership
38.1%
Avg Commute
17.1 min
Poverty Rate
28.1%
Median Age
23
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| Sonder Creek Academy Walnut Creek, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the
What grades does Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the serve?
Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the?
Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the has an enrollment of approximately 117 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the?
The student-teacher ratio at Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the rank in CA?
Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the is ranked #387 out of 1,387 private schools in CA.
What is Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the's MySchoolScout rating?
Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the has a composite rating of 7.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the a private school?
Yes, Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the 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
- 117
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Santa Barbara
- Phone
- (805) 967-6656
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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