Very Good
#340 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 23% of private schools
Waldorf School of Tampa Bay
Elementary School
1857 CURLEW RD, Palm Harbor, FL 34683
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#340 of 1,462
In Palm Harbor
#1 of 5
public schools
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Waldorf School of Tampa Bay
Elementary School in Palm Harbor · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Waldorf School of Tampa Bay
Waldorf School of Tampa Bay is a private elementary school in Palm Harbor, FL. Waldorf School of Tampa Bay serves approximately 87 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Waldorf School of Tampa Bay has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #340 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 87 students, Waldorf School of Tampa Bay 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 5.9:1 students to teachers, Waldorf School of Tampa Bay sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Waldorf School of Tampa Bay 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 Tampa Bay compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Palm Harbor, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Waldorf School of Tampa Bay (this school) | 7.2 |
| PLATO ACADEMY PALM HARBOR CHARTER SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| PALM HARBOR MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| LAKE ST. GEORGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| ELISA NELSON ELEMENTARY | 9.7 |
| OZONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| CURLEW CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.3 |
| HIGHLAND LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| JOSEPH L. CARWISE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| SUTHERLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.1 |
| CYPRESS WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.2 |
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
1857 CURLEW RD, Palm Harbor, FL 34683
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waldorf School of Tampa Bay may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELISA NELSON ELEMENTARY (rated 9.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DISCOVERY ACADEMY OF SCIENCE (rated 9.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Dunedin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAN JOSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Dunedin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Palm Harbor, see our Palm Harbor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34683 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,037
Median Home Value
$424,200
Median Rent
$1,655/mo
Population
34,180
College Educated
43.2%
Homeownership
80.5%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
47.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waldorf School of Tampa Bay
What grades does Waldorf School of Tampa Bay serve?
Waldorf School of Tampa Bay serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Waldorf School of Tampa Bay?
Waldorf School of Tampa Bay has an enrollment of approximately 87 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waldorf School of Tampa Bay?
The student-teacher ratio at Waldorf School of Tampa Bay is 5.9:1. 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 Tampa Bay rank in FL?
Waldorf School of Tampa Bay ranks #340 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Waldorf School of Tampa Bay's MySchoolScout rating?
Waldorf School of Tampa Bay has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Tampa Bay a private school?
Yes, Waldorf School of Tampa Bay 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 Tampa Bay a religious school?
No, Waldorf School of Tampa Bay is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 87
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pinellas County
- Phone
- (727) 786-8311
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