Very Good
#26 of 202 private schools in CT
Top 12% of private schools
Housatonic Valley Waldorf School
Elementary School
52 DODGINGTOWN RD, Newtown, CT 06470
Enrollment
111
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
111
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#26 of 202
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Housatonic Valley Waldorf School
Elementary School in Newtown · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Housatonic Valley Waldorf School
Housatonic Valley Waldorf School is a private elementary school in Newtown, CT. Housatonic Valley Waldorf School serves approximately 111 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Housatonic Valley Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #26 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 111 students, Housatonic Valley 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 5.3:1 students to teachers, Housatonic Valley Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Housatonic Valley 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 Housatonic Valley Waldorf School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Newtown, CT
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Housatonic Valley Waldorf School (this school) | 7.5 |
| Head O'Meadow Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Newtown Middle School | 8.5 |
| Hawley Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Reed Intermediate School | 8.0 |
| Middle Gate Elementary School | 8.0 |
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 CT.
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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 CT
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
52 DODGINGTOWN RD, Newtown, CT 06470
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Housatonic Valley Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Redding Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Redding), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sandy Hook Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Sandy Hook), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Head O'Meadow Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newtown, see our Newtown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bethel | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Bethel Middle School Bethel | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Ralph M. T. Johnson School Bethel | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Bethel High School Bethel | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Anna H. Rockwell School Bethel | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Head O'Meadow Elementary School Newtown | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Frank A. Berry School Bethel | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Hawley Elementary School Newtown | 3.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Newtown Middle School Newtown | 3.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Shelter Rock School Danbury | 3.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Whisconier Middle School Brookfield | 4.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Reed Intermediate School Newtown | 3.8 mi | 8.0 |
| HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Danbury | 4.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Redding Elementary School Redding | 5.1 mi | 9.1 |
| COUNTRY KIDS CLUB Brookfield | 4.9 mi | — |
| Joel Barlow High School Redding | 5.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Middle Gate Elementary School Newtown | 4.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Rogers Park Middle School Danbury | 4.5 mi | 2.9 |
| John Read Middle School Redding | 5.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Sandy Hook Elementary School Sandy Hook | 4.9 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06470 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$149,933
Median Home Value
$514,900
Median Rent
$2,000/mo
Population
15,576
College Educated
54.5%
Homeownership
87.5%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
44.1
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| CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY Brookfield, CT | 7.5 |
| New Hartford Elementary School New Hartford, CT | 7.2 |
| Scotland Elementary School Scotland, CT | 7.2 |
| Chaplin Elementary School Chaplin, CT | 7.1 |
| Cornwall Consolidated School West Cornwall, CT | 7.9 |
| Lee H. Kellogg School Falls Village, CT | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Housatonic Valley Waldorf School
What grades does Housatonic Valley Waldorf School serve?
Housatonic Valley Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Housatonic Valley Waldorf School?
Housatonic Valley Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 111 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Housatonic Valley Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Housatonic Valley Waldorf School is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Housatonic Valley Waldorf School rank in CT?
Housatonic Valley Waldorf School ranks #26 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is Housatonic Valley Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?
Housatonic Valley Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Housatonic Valley Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Housatonic Valley 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 Housatonic Valley Waldorf School a religious school?
No, Housatonic Valley 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
- 111
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Fairfield County
- Phone
- (203) 364-1113
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