Excellent
#10 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 1% of private schools
Chicago Waldorf School
School
5200 N ASHLAND AVE, Chicago, IL 60640
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#10 of 716
In Chicago
#5 of 162
public schools
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Chicago Waldorf School
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About Chicago Waldorf School
Chicago Waldorf School is a private school in Chicago, IL. Chicago Waldorf School serves approximately 238 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Chicago Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #10 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 5.5:1 students to teachers, Chicago Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Chicago 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 Chicago Waldorf School compares to 632 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chicago Waldorf School (this school) | 8.8 |
| Asian Human Srvcs-Passage Chrtr | 5.0 |
| Peirce Elem Intl Studies School | 6.9 |
| Amundsen High School | 7.4 |
| Goudy Technology Academy | 6.7 |
| Devry Advantage Academy High Schl | 8.0 |
| McPherson Elem School | 5.6 |
| Chappell Elem School | 7.3 |
| Senn High School | 7.7 |
| McCutcheon Elem School | 6.4 |
| YCCS-Truman Middle College HS | 8.0 |
| Courtenay Elem Language Arts Ctr | 3.8 |
| Swift Elem Specialty School | 5.4 |
| Ravenswood Elem School | 9.2 |
| Uplift Community High School | 6.5 |
| Hayt Elem School | 5.8 |
| Budlong Elem School | 7.5 |
| Waters Elem School | 8.6 |
| Lake View High School | 6.8 |
| Stone Elem Scholastic Academy | 8.3 |
| Brennemann Elem School | 6.5 |
Showing 20 of 632 schools. View all schools in Chicago
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 IL.
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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 IL
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
5200 N ASHLAND AVE, Chicago, IL 60640
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chicago Waldorf School may also want to explore other schools in the area. RAVENSWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LYCEE FRANCAIS DE CHICAGO (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROGERS PARK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Asian Human Srvcs-Passage Chrtr Chicago | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Peirce Elem Intl Studies School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Amundsen High School Chicago | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Devry Advantage Academy High Schl Chicago | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| McPherson Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Goudy Technology Academy Chicago | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Senn High School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Chappell Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| LYCEE FRANCAIS DE CHICAGO Chicago | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| GUIDEPOST AT EDGEWATER Chicago | 1.0 mi | — |
| METROPOLITAN SCHOOLHOUSE Chicago | 1.1 mi | — |
| Courtenay Elem Language Arts Ctr Chicago | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Ravenswood Elem School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| CHICAGO FRIENDS SCHOOL Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| YCCS-Truman Middle College HS Chicago | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| McCutcheon Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Swift Elem Specialty School Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| RAVENSWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chicago | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Hayt Elem School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60640 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,030
Median Home Value
$363,300
Median Rent
$1,374/mo
Population
66,884
College Educated
62.6%
Homeownership
31.3%
Avg Commute
35.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
37.4
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| DAARUL ULOOM ISLAMIC SCHOOL Peoria, IL | 8.5 |
| KEITH COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Rockford, IL | 8.5 |
| PARKLAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bartlett, IL | 8.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chicago Waldorf School
What grades does Chicago Waldorf School serve?
Chicago Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Chicago Waldorf School?
Chicago Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 238 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chicago Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Chicago Waldorf School is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Chicago Waldorf School rank in IL?
Chicago Waldorf School ranks #10 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Chicago Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?
Chicago Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Chicago Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Chicago 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 Chicago Waldorf School a religious school?
No, Chicago Waldorf School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 238
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 465-2371
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