Very Good
#431 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 29% of private schools
Walden Community School
School
4595 HOWELL BRANCH RD, Winter Park, FL 32792
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#431 of 1,462
In Winter Park
#6 of 10
public schools
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About Walden Community School
Walden Community School is a private school in Winter Park, FL. Walden Community School serves approximately 45 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Walden Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #431 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 45 students, Walden Community 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 5.7:1 students to teachers, Walden Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Walden Community 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 Walden Community School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Winter Park, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Walden Community School (this school) | 7.0 |
| EASTBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| LAKE HOWELL HIGH SCHOOL | 5.6 |
| ALOMA HIGH CHARTER | 4.4 |
| ALOMA ELEMENTARY | 5.3 |
| LAKEMONT ELEMENTARY | 5.7 |
| BROOKSHIRE ELEMENTARY | 6.3 |
| WINTER PARK HIGH | 6.5 |
| KILLARNEY ELEMENTARY | 5.4 |
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 FL.
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 FL
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
4595 HOWELL BRANCH RD, Winter Park, FL 32792
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walden Community School may also want to explore other schools in the area. ARBOR SCHOOL OF CENTRAL FLORIDA (rated 9.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Winter Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE LYMAN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SOCRATES PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Casselberry), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Winter Park, see our Winter Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Winter Park | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| EASTBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Park | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| LIGHTHOUSE BAPTIST ACADEMY Winter Park | 0.5 mi | — |
| TRINITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Winter Park | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| THE LYMAN SCHOOL Winter Park | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| LAKE HOWELL HIGH SCHOOL Winter Park | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| THE GENEVA SCHOOL Casselberry | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| SOCRATES PREPARATORY SCHOOL Casselberry | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| ALOMA HIGH CHARTER Winter Park | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| RED BUG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Casselberry | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Winter Park | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| ARBOR SCHOOL OF CENTRAL FLORIDA Winter Springs | 1.8 mi | 9.3 |
| TUSKAWILLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Oviedo | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| TUSKAWILLA MONTESSORI ACADEMY Oviedo | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| ALOMA ELEMENTARY Winter Park | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| STERLING PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Casselberry | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| THE ECCLESIAL SCHOOL AT ST. ALBAN'S Oviedo | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| LAKE FORREST PREPARATORY SCHOOL Maitland | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| BROOKSHIRE ELEMENTARY Winter Park | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| LAKEMONT ELEMENTARY Winter Park | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32792 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,176
Median Home Value
$343,500
Median Rent
$1,612/mo
Population
52,794
College Educated
41.9%
Homeownership
45.7%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
34.7
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| FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST ACADEMY New Port Richey, FL | 7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walden Community School
What grades does Walden Community School serve?
Walden Community School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Walden Community School?
Walden Community School has an enrollment of approximately 45 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walden Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Walden Community School is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Walden Community School rank in FL?
Walden Community School ranks #431 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Walden Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Walden Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Walden Community School a private school?
Yes, Walden Community 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 Walden Community School a religious school?
No, Walden Community School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 45
- Gender Split
- 38% M / 62% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Seminole County
- Phone
- (407) 677-8225
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