Very Good
#305 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 17% of private schools
Westside Waldorf School
Elementary School
17310 W SUNSET BLVD, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#305 of 1,787
In Pacific Palisades
#2 of 6
public schools
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Westside Waldorf School
Elementary School in Pacific Palisades · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Westside Waldorf School
Westside Waldorf School is a private elementary school in Pacific Palisades, CA. Westside Waldorf School serves approximately 76 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Westside Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #305 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 76 students, Westside Waldorf 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 4.2:1 students to teachers, Westside Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Westside Waldorf 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 Westside Waldorf School compares to the 3 public schools in Pacific Palisades, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Pacific Palisades
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Westside Waldorf School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Marquez Charter | 8.5 |
| Palisades Charter High | 7.4 |
| Palisades Charter Elementary | 9.0 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
17310 W SUNSET BLVD, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westside Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Palisades Charter Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Canyon Charter Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Santa Monica), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Marquez Charter (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pacific Palisades, see our Pacific Palisades schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Marquez Charter Pacific Palisades | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Le Lycee Francais de Los Angeles-Pac Pali Pacific Palisades | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST MATTHEW'S PARISH SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Palisades Charter High Pacific Palisades | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Palisades Charter Elementary Pacific Palisades | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| VILLAGE SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Seven Arrows Elementary Pacific Palisades | 1.6 mi | — |
| SEVEN ARROWS ELEMENTARY Pacific Palisades | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacific Palisades | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Canyon Charter Elementary Santa Monica | 2.5 mi | 9.0 |
| CARLTHORP SCHOOL Santa Monica | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Carlthorp Santa Monica | 2.6 mi | — |
| Roosevelt Elementary Santa Monica | 3.1 mi | 8.3 |
| ST MONICA CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Monica | 3.4 mi | 7.3 |
| ST MONICA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Santa Monica | 3.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Paul Revere Charter Middle Los Angeles | 3.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Sycamore Community School Santa Monica | 3.6 mi | — |
| DRAGON ROCC ACADEMY Santa Monica | 3.8 mi | — |
| Lincoln Middle Santa Monica | 3.7 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90272 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$200,985
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,133/mo
Population
21,438
College Educated
78.9%
Homeownership
77.4%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
47.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westside Waldorf School
What grades does Westside Waldorf School serve?
Westside Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Westside Waldorf School?
Westside Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 76 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westside Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Westside Waldorf School is 4.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Westside Waldorf School rank in CA?
Westside Waldorf School ranks #305 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Westside Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?
Westside Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Westside Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Westside Waldorf 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 Westside Waldorf School a religious school?
No, Westside Waldorf School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 76
- Gender Split
- 37% M / 63% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 454-7064
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