Very Good
#49 of 142 private schools in KS
Top 34% of private schools
Prairie Moon Waldorf School
Elementary School
1853 E 1600 RD, Lawrence, KS 66044
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kansas private schools
#49 of 142
In Lawrence
#5 of 6
public schools
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Prairie Moon Waldorf School
Elementary School in Lawrence · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Prairie Moon Waldorf School
Prairie Moon Waldorf School is a private elementary school in Lawrence, KS. Prairie Moon Waldorf School serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Prairie Moon Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #49 of 142 private schools in KS.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- KS avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 52 students, Prairie Moon 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 8.3:1 students to teachers, Prairie Moon Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Prairie Moon 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 Prairie Moon Waldorf School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Lawrence, KS
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Prairie Moon Waldorf School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Woodlawn Elem | 5.2 |
| New York Elem | 3.0 |
| Lawrence Virtual School | 4.8 |
| Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School | 3.8 |
| Deerfield Elem | 7.2 |
| Hillcrest Elem | 6.6 |
| Cordley Elem | 7.5 |
| Lawrence West Middle School | 5.1 |
| Prairie Park Elem | 6.0 |
| Schwegler Elem | 5.7 |
| Billy Mills Middle School | 3.5 |
| Quail Run Elementary | 8.1 |
| Lawrence Southwest Middle School | 6.2 |
| Sunflower Elementary | 7.3 |
| Langston Hughes Elem | 8.3 |
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 KS.
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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 KS
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
1853 E 1600 RD, Lawrence, KS 66044
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prairie Moon Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Quail Run Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 6.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOHN CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cordley Elem (rated 7.5/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lawrence, see our Lawrence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Woodlawn Elem Lawrence | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| VERITAS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lawrence | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| New York Elem Lawrence | 3.2 mi | 3.0 |
| ST JOHN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lawrence | 3.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Lawrence Virtual School Lawrence | 3.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Lawrence Liberty Memorial Central Mid School Lawrence | 3.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Cordley Elem Lawrence | 4.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Hillcrest Elem Lawrence | 4.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Deerfield Elem Lawrence | 3.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Lawrence High Lawrence | 4.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Prairie Park Elem Lawrence | 5.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Lawrence West Middle School Lawrence | 4.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Sunset Hill Elem Lawerence | 4.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Billy Mills Middle School Lawrence | 5.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Schwegler Elem Lawrence | 5.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Lawrence Free State High Lawrence | 5.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Quail Run Elementary Lawrence | 6.0 mi | 8.1 |
| BISHOP SEABURY ACADEMY Lawrence | 6.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Lawrence Southwest Middle School Lawrence | 7.0 mi | 6.2 |
| RAINTREE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lawrence | 7.0 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 66044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,340
Median Home Value
$228,100
Median Rent
$999/mo
Population
29,052
College Educated
53.6%
Homeownership
36.5%
Avg Commute
17.7 min
Poverty Rate
26.3%
Median Age
24.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL KANSAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Great Bend, KS | 6.9 |
| Hamilton Elem Hamilton, KS | 6.9 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Parsons, KS | 7.2 |
| THUNDER RIDGE ELEMENTARY Kensington, KS | 6.8 |
| Flinthills Primary School Cassoday, KS | 7.3 |
| Greeley Elem Greeley, KS | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairie Moon Waldorf School
What grades does Prairie Moon Waldorf School serve?
Prairie Moon Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Prairie Moon Waldorf School?
Prairie Moon Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie Moon Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie Moon Waldorf School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Prairie Moon Waldorf School rank in KS?
Prairie Moon Waldorf School ranks #49 of 142 private schools in KS.
What is Prairie Moon Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?
Prairie Moon Waldorf 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 Prairie Moon Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Prairie Moon 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 Prairie Moon Waldorf School a religious school?
No, Prairie Moon 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
- 52
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 189 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Douglas County
- Phone
- (785) 841-8800
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