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#1124 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Waldorf School of the Peninsula
Elementary School
11311 MORA DR, Los Altos, CA 94024
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,124 of 1,787
In Los Altos
#4 of 6
public schools
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Waldorf School of the Peninsula
Elementary School in Los Altos · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Montclaire Elementary
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About Waldorf School of the Peninsula
Waldorf School of the Peninsula is a private elementary school in Los Altos, CA. Waldorf School of the Peninsula serves approximately 115 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Waldorf School of the Peninsula has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,124 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 115 students, Waldorf School of the Peninsula 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 9.3:1 students to teachers, Waldorf School of the Peninsula sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Waldorf School of the Peninsula 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 the Peninsula compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Los Altos, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Waldorf School of the Peninsula (this school) | 5.9 |
| Montclaire Elementary | 8.7 |
| Loyola Elementary | 9.1 |
| Oak Avenue Elementary | 9.2 |
| Covington Elementary | 9.4 |
| Almond Elementary | 8.8 |
| Santa Rita Elementary | 7.8 |
| Bullis Charter | 9.7 |
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
11311 MORA DR, Los Altos, CA 94024
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waldorf School of the Peninsula may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Springer Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Mountain View), which scores notably higher. Another option is Covington Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oak Avenue Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Altos, see our Los Altos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Waldorf School of the Peninsula Los Altos | 0.0 mi | — |
| Montclaire Elementary Los Altos | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| ST SIMON Los Altos | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| LOS ALTOS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Los Altos Hills | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Saint Simon Parish School Los Altos | 1.0 mi | — |
| Loyola Elementary Los Altos | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| GREEN CHINESE SCHOOL Los Altos | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Ventana School Los Altos | 1.5 mi | — |
| VENTANA SCHOOL Los Altos | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Pinewood Private–Lower Campus Los Altos | 1.5 mi | — |
| MIRAMONTE SCHOOL Los Altos | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Georgina P. Blach Junior High Los Altos | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY Los Altos | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL Mountain View | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Oak Avenue Elementary Los Altos | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Springer Elementary Mountain View | 2.0 mi | 9.5 |
| ST NICHOLAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Los Altos Hills | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Covington Elementary Los Altos | 2.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Mountain View High Mountain View | 1.9 mi | 9.3 |
| West Valley Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
23,673
College Educated
85.1%
Homeownership
88.1%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
47.8
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| IRVINE HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Santa Ana, CA | 5.9 |
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| MONTESSORI FAMILY SCHOOL El Cerrito, CA | 5.9 |
| Prescott Elementary Oakland, CA | 5.9 |
| SAN FRANCISCO CITY ACADEMY San Francisco, CA | 5.9 |
| SANTA CRUZ WALDORF SCHOOL Santa Cruz, CA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waldorf School of the Peninsula
What grades does Waldorf School of the Peninsula serve?
Waldorf School of the Peninsula serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Waldorf School of the Peninsula?
Waldorf School of the Peninsula has an enrollment of approximately 115 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waldorf School of the Peninsula?
The student-teacher ratio at Waldorf School of the Peninsula is 9.3:1. 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 the Peninsula rank in CA?
Waldorf School of the Peninsula ranks #1,124 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Waldorf School of the Peninsula's MySchoolScout rating?
Waldorf School of the Peninsula has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Waldorf School of the Peninsula a private school?
Yes, Waldorf School of the Peninsula 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 Waldorf School of the Peninsula a religious school?
No, Waldorf School of the Peninsula is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 115
- Gender Split
- 69% M / 31% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 162 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (650) 209-9406
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