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#287 of 388 private schools in MA

Waldorf School of Cape Cod

Elementary School

22 TUPPER RD, Sandwich, MA 02563

Private

Enrollment

59

Student-Teacher

4.7:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 7th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#287 of 388

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Waldorf School of Cape Cod

5.5/10

Elementary School in Sandwich · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Waldorf School of Cape Cod

Waldorf School of Cape Cod is a private elementary school in Sandwich, MA. Waldorf School of Cape Cod serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 4.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Waldorf School of Cape Cod has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #287 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares0.8 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 59 students, Waldorf School of Cape Cod 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 4.7:1 students to teachers, Waldorf School of Cape Cod sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Waldorf School of Cape Cod 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

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How Waldorf School of Cape Cod compares to the 1 public school in Sandwich, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.7:1
This School
vs
11.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
59
This School
vs
543
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.5
This School
vs
7.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Waldorf School of Cape Cod Sandwich Public Avg

All Schools in Sandwich

School Rating
Waldorf School of Cape Cod (this school) 5.5
Forestdale School 7.5

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

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

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 MA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
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School Day Length 6.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,139
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 1.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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Enrollment 59
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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)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

22 TUPPER RD, Sandwich, MA 02563

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Waldorf School of Cape Cod may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Ridge (rated 9.0/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby East Sandwich), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bournedale Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Bournedale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sandwich, see our Sandwich schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.7 mi
School Distance Rating
THE HUNDRED ACRE SCHL HERITAGE MUSEUMS AND GARDENS Sandwich 1.2 mi
BRIDGEVIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sagamore 1.3 mi 6.0
Bournedale Elementary School Bournedale 3.4 mi 8.2
Sandwich Middle High School East Sandwich 3.6 mi 6.8
Upper Cape Cod Vocational Technical Bourne 3.6 mi 6.8
Forestdale School Sandwich 4.9 mi 7.5
Oak Ridge East Sandwich 4.5 mi 9.0
Bourne Middle School Bourne 4.3 mi 5.5
Bourne Intermediate School Bourne 4.3 mi 7.0
Bourne High School Bourne 4.4 mi 7.1
RIVERVIEW SCHOOL East Sandwich 5.4 mi 4.6
South Elementary Plymouth 6.6 mi 8.0
THE COVE SCHOOL Plymouth 7.1 mi
Indian Brook Plymouth 8.6 mi 6.0
CHRISTOPHER DONOVAN DAY SCHOOL- INC Onset 7.5 mi
Quashnet School Mashpee 10.0 mi 6.1
Kenneth Coombs School Mashpee 10.2 mi 7.7
Mashpee Middle-High School Mashpee 10.5 mi 5.7
Plymouth South High Plymouth 9.5 mi 5.7
Plymouth South Middle Plymouth 9.7 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02563 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,558

Median Home Value

$552,900

Median Rent

$1,764/mo

Population

10,315

College Educated

51.6%

Homeownership

88.7%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

53.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Waldorf School of Cape Cod

What grades does Waldorf School of Cape Cod serve?

Waldorf School of Cape Cod serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.

How many students attend Waldorf School of Cape Cod?

Waldorf School of Cape Cod has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Waldorf School of Cape Cod?

The student-teacher ratio at Waldorf School of Cape Cod is 4.7:1. 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 Cape Cod rank in MA?

Waldorf School of Cape Cod ranks #287 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Waldorf School of Cape Cod's MySchoolScout rating?

Waldorf School of Cape Cod has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Cape Cod a private school?

Yes, Waldorf School of Cape Cod 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 Cape Cod a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
59
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.7 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Barnstable County

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