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Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the
Elementary School
7421 Mirano Drive, Goleta, CA 93117
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2024-25
Data vintage2024-25
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Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the
Elementary School in Goleta · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the
Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the is a private elementary school in Goleta, CA. Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the serves approximately 117 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9:1 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 117 students, Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the 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 9:1 students to teachers, Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the 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 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) | — |
| Brandon Elementary | 7.5 |
| Ellwood Elementary | 7.5 |
| Isla Vista Elementary | 9.3 |
| La Patera Elementary | 8.3 |
| Santa Barbara Charter | 7.2 |
| Goleta Valley Junior High | 7.3 |
| Kellogg Elementary | 5.8 |
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
- 117 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Address
- 7421 Mirano Drive, Goleta, CA 93117
- Phone
- (805) 967-6656
- 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
7421 Mirano Drive, Goleta, CA 93117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waldorf School of Santa Barbara, the may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Isla Vista Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.8 miles away). Another option is Foothill Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Santa Barbara). Additionally, Vieja Valley Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Santa Barbara). For more schools in Goleta, see our Goleta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Coast Montessori Goleta | 0.0 mi | — |
| SOUTH COAST MONTESSORI Goleta | 0.1 mi | — |
| Dos Pueblos Senior High Goleta | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Brandon Elementary Goleta | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Ellwood Elementary Goleta | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Isla Vista Elementary Goleta | 1.8 mi | 9.3 |
| La Patera Elementary Goleta | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Santa Barbara Charter Goleta | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Goleta Valley Junior High Goleta | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| MONTESSORI CENTER SCHOOL Goleta | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| COASTLINE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Goleta | 3.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Kellogg Elementary Goleta | 3.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Mountain View Elementary Santa Barbara | 4.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Foothill Elementary Santa Barbara | 4.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Saint Therese Classical Academy Santa Barbara | 4.9 mi | — |
| El Camino Elementary Santa Barbara | 5.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Hollister Elementary Santa Barbara | 5.2 mi | 8.0 |
| San Marcos Senior High Santa Barbara | 5.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Trivium Charter School Voyage Lompoc | 6.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Vieja Valley Elementary Santa Barbara | 6.7 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,711
Median Home Value
$1,021,700
Median Rent
$1,980/mo
Population
52,225
College Educated
49.2%
Homeownership
38.3%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
25.9%
Median Age
23.3
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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.
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 County
- Phone
- (805) 967-6656
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