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#132 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 9% of private schools

Waldorf School of Palm Beach

Elementary School

2450 NW 5TH AVE, Boca Raton, FL 33431

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on FL statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

57

Student-Teacher

5.8:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 7th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Boca Raton

#4 of 24

public schools

Florida elementary schools

#52 of 612

About Waldorf School of Palm Beach

Waldorf School of Palm Beach serves students from pre-kindergarten through seventh grade in Boca Raton, providing an intimate educational environment with just 57 enrolled students. This elementary school maintains an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 5.8:1 with 10 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for highly personalized attention and instruction. The school has earned impressive recognition with a MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #441 out of 1,462 schools statewide, placing it in the 70th percentile among Florida schools.

This strong performance reflects the school's commitment to educational excellence within its small, focused learning community. Located at 2450 NW 5th Avenue, the school serves families in the 33431 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $101,291 and the median home value reaches $496,000. The surrounding community is well-educated, with 57% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, and maintains a low poverty rate of 9.0%.

This affluent neighborhood of 22,488 residents provides a supportive environment for the school's educational mission. Waldorf School of Palm Beach operates as a regular public school in the small city setting of Boca Raton, offering families an alternative educational approach within the public school system.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 57 students, Waldorf School of Palm Beach is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 5.8:1, Waldorf School of Palm Beach offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Waldorf School of Palm Beach operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Waldorf School of Palm Beach compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Boca Raton, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.8:1
This School
vs
17:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
57
This School
vs
973
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.8
This School
vs
7.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 35.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 29.8% vs 0%
Black 5.3% vs 0%
Waldorf School of Palm Beach Boca Raton Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Waldorf School of Palm Beach (this school) 7.8
J. C. MITCHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.4
A.D. HENDERSON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL & FAU HIGH SCHOOL 7.1
BOCA RATON COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.1
BLUE LAKE ELEMENTARY 8.8
BOCA RATON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.7
SOMERSET ACADEMY BOCA EAST 8.2
SOMERSET ACADEMY BOCA MIDDLE SCHOOL 8.2
DON ESTRIDGE HIGH TECH MIDDLE SCHOOL 8.4
ADDISON MIZNER SCHOOL 8.6
CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.2
VERDE K-8 7.2
SPANISH RIVER COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL 6.9
OMNI MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.7
DEL PRADO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.9
OLYMPUS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY 7.3
HAMMOCK POINTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.6
WHISPERING PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.1
CORAL SUNSET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.9
SANDPIPER SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.7
SUNRISE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.4

Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in Boca Raton

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,190
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 70%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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Enrollment 57
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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)

White 35.1%
Hispanic 29.8%
Two or More 29.8%
Black 5.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2450 NW 5TH AVE, Boca Raton, FL 33431

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Waldorf School of Palm Beach may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLUE LAKE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOMERSET ACADEMY BOCA EAST (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TORAH ACADEMY OF BOCA RATON (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Boca Raton, see our Boca Raton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
FRENCH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Boca Raton 0.1 mi 6.7
J. C. MITCHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boca Raton 0.1 mi 6.4
A.D. HENDERSON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL & FAU HIGH SCHOOL Boca Raton 0.2 mi 7.1
GARDEN OF THE SAHABA ACADEMY Boca Raton 0.5 mi 7.6
FOOTPRINTS ACADEMY INC Boca Raton 0.6 mi
GRANDVIEW PREPARATORY SCHOOL Boca Raton 0.9 mi 7.0
TORAH ACADEMY OF BOCA RATON Boca Raton 0.9 mi 7.8
TORAH ACADEMY OF BOCA RATON Boca Raton 1.0 mi 7.8
MECE Boca Raton 1.2 mi
BOCA RATON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boca Raton 1.3 mi 7.2
UNICORN VILLAGE ACADEMY Boca Raton 1.3 mi
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Boca Raton 1.5 mi 6.6
CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF BOCA RATON Boca Raton 1.5 mi
BOCA RATON COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Boca Raton 1.5 mi 6.1
ADVENT LUTHERAN SCHOOL Boca Raton 1.7 mi 6.4
BOCA RATON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boca Raton 1.7 mi 6.7
BOCA RATON COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Boca Raton 1.6 mi 6.1
FUSION ACADEMY - BOCA RATON Boca Raton 1.7 mi 5.4
BLUE LAKE ELEMENTARY Boca Raton 1.6 mi 8.8
SOMERSET ACADEMY BOCA EAST Boca Raton 1.8 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33431 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,252

Median Home Value

$575,700

Median Rent

$2,361/mo

Population

23,150

College Educated

57.8%

Homeownership

67.5%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

32.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Waldorf School of Palm Beach has a median household income of $103,252. It is a well-educated community where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $575,700, with a median rent of $2,361/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.4%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ARQAM'S ACADEMY St. Petersburg, FL 7.8
BEACH PARK SCHOOL Tampa, FL 7.8
CRANIUM ACADEMY Winter Garden, FL 7.8
EAST PASCO ADVENTIST ACADEMY Dade City, FL 7.8
MCINTOSH AREA SCHOOL Mc Intosh, FL 7.8
ON THE HORIZON LEARNING CENTER Miami, FL 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Waldorf School of Palm Beach

What grades does Waldorf School of Palm Beach serve?

Waldorf School of Palm Beach serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.

How many students attend Waldorf School of Palm Beach?

Waldorf School of Palm Beach has an enrollment of approximately 57 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Waldorf School of Palm Beach?

The student-teacher ratio at Waldorf School of Palm Beach is 5.8:1. 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 Palm Beach rank in FL?

Waldorf School of Palm Beach is ranked #132 out of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Waldorf School of Palm Beach's MySchoolScout rating?

Waldorf School of Palm Beach has a composite rating of 7.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Waldorf School of Palm Beach a private school?

Yes, Waldorf School of Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach a religious school?

No, Waldorf School of Palm Beach is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
83 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,849/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Boca Raton). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
57
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Small City
County
PALM BEACH
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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