Average
#316 of 388 private schools in MA
Berkshire Waldorf School
Elementary School
35 W PLAIN RD, Great Barrington, MA 01230
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#316 of 388
In Great Barrington
#2 of 2
public schools
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Berkshire Waldorf School
Elementary School in Great Barrington · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Berkshire Waldorf School
Berkshire Waldorf School is a private elementary school in Great Barrington, MA. Berkshire Waldorf School serves approximately 184 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Berkshire Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #316 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 184 students, Berkshire 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 7.4:1 students to teachers, Berkshire Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Berkshire 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 Berkshire Waldorf School compares to the 3 public schools in Great Barrington, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Great Barrington
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Berkshire Waldorf School (this school) | 5.2 |
| W.E.B. Du Bois Regional Middle School | 7.6 |
| Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Monument Mt Regional High | 6.1 |
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 MA.
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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 MA
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
35 W PLAIN RD, Great Barrington, MA 01230
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Berkshire Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. New Marlborough Central (rated 8.2/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Sheffield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 5.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Undermountain (rated 8.0/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Sheffield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Great Barrington, see our Great Barrington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Egremont Sheffield | 2.0 mi | — |
| BARD ACADEMY AT SIMONS ROCK Great Barrington | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| BERKSHIRE MEADOWS Housatonic | 3.5 mi | — |
| BERKSHIRE SCHOOL Sheffield | 5.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Undermountain Sheffield | 6.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Mt Everett Regional Sheffield | 6.0 mi | 6.7 |
| W.E.B. Du Bois Regional Middle School Great Barrington | 5.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School Great Barrington | 5.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Monument Mt Regional High Great Barrington | 5.8 mi | 6.1 |
| BERKSHIRE WALDORF HIGH SCHOOL Stockbridge | 8.3 mi | 5.8 |
| New Marlborough Central Sheffield | 8.6 mi | 8.2 |
| North Canaan Elementary School North Canaan | 11.5 mi | 7.3 |
| BERKSHIRE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Stockbridge | 11.6 mi | 6.4 |
| SALISBURY SCHOOL Salisbury | 13.2 mi | 7.3 |
| TACONIC HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Craryville | 9.9 mi | 6.7 |
| TACONIC HILLSJUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Craryville | 9.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Richmond Consolidated Richmond | 13.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Morris Lenox | 12.8 mi | 7.5 |
| HAWTHORNE VALLEY SCHOOL Ghent | 11.0 mi | 4.4 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Lee | 11.8 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01230 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,871
Median Home Value
$479,200
Median Rent
$1,286/mo
Population
8,813
College Educated
49.2%
Homeownership
74.9%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
49.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GREATER BOSTON ACADEMY Stoneham, MA | 5.2 |
| Hardwick Elementary Gilbertville, MA | 5.2 |
| Mason Road School Dudley, MA | 5.2 |
| Newton School Greenfield, MA | 5.2 |
| West Barnstable Elementary West Barnstable, MA | 5.2 |
| Higginson Inclusion K-2 School Roxbury, MA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Berkshire Waldorf School
What grades does Berkshire Waldorf School serve?
Berkshire Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Berkshire Waldorf School?
Berkshire Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Berkshire Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Berkshire Waldorf School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Berkshire Waldorf School rank in MA?
Berkshire Waldorf School ranks #316 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Berkshire Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?
Berkshire Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Berkshire Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Berkshire 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 Berkshire Waldorf School a religious school?
No, Berkshire 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
- 184
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Berkshire County
- Phone
- (413) 528-4015
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