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Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery
Elementary School
9504 BRUNETT AVE, Silver Spring, MD 20901
Enrollment
10
Student-Teacher
1.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
10
Student-Teacher
1.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery
Elementary School in Silver Spring · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery
Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery is a private elementary school in Silver Spring, MD. Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery serves approximately 10 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 1.3:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 10 students, Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery 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 1.3:1 students to teachers, Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery 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 Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery compares to 33 public schools serving similar grades in Silver Spring, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery (this school) | — |
| Highland View Elementary | 8.3 |
| Sligo Creek Elementary | 8.3 |
| East Silver Spring Elementary | 8.2 |
| Rosemary Hills Elementary | 7.6 |
| Forest Knolls Elementary | 8.7 |
| Montgomery Knolls Elementary | 7.7 |
| Glen Haven Elementary | 6.3 |
| Flora M. Singer Elementary | 8.6 |
| Roscoe R Nix Elementary | 6.0 |
| New Hampshire Estates Elem | 7.7 |
| JoAnn Leleck at Broad Acres Elementary | 4.7 |
| Oakland Terrace Elementary | 8.4 |
| Burnt Mills Elementary | 6.4 |
| Kemp Mill Elementary | 5.4 |
| Arcola Elementary | 4.8 |
| Jackson Road Elementary | 6.3 |
| Highland Elementary | 6.8 |
| Glenallan Elementary | 6.8 |
| Viers Mill Elementary | 4.4 |
| Cannon Road Elementary | 5.5 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 10 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.3:1
- Address
- 9504 BRUNETT AVE, Silver Spring, MD 20901
- Phone
- (301) 565-2282
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in MD aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
9504 BRUNETT AVE, Silver Spring, MD 20901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Forest Knolls Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away). Another option is Sligo Creek Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away). Additionally, Highland View Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away). For more schools in Silver Spring, see our Silver Spring schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE SPRINGWELL SCHOOL Silver Spring | 0.3 mi | — |
| THE SIENA SCHOOL Silver Spring | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Montgomery Blair High Silver Spring | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Sligo Creek Elementary Silver Spring | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Silver Spring International Middle Silver Spring | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Highland View Elementary Silver Spring | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| THE AUBURN SCHOOL SILVER SPRING CAMPUS Silver Spring | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ST BERNADETTE SCHOOL Silver Spring | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL IN SILVER SPRING THE Silver Spring | 1.1 mi | — |
| Sligo Middle Silver Spring | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Pine Crest Elementary Silver Spring | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| PATHWAYS SCHOOL--EDGEWOOD Silver Spring | 1.4 mi | — |
| East Silver Spring Elementary Silver Spring | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Eastern Middle Silver Spring | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| THE NORA SCHOOL Silver Spring | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Oak View Elementary Silver Spring | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Forest Knolls Elementary Silver Spring | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| YESHIVA OF GREATER WASHINGTON GIRLS DIVISION Silver Spring | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| TORAH SCHOOL OF GREATER WASHINGTON Silver Spring | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Northwood High Silver Spring | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,133
Median Home Value
$571,300
Median Rent
$1,785/mo
Population
37,338
College Educated
56.4%
Homeownership
69.1%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
39.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery
What grades does Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery serve?
Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery?
Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery has an enrollment of approximately 10 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery?
The student-teacher ratio at Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery is 1.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery a private school?
Yes, Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery 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 Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery a religious school?
No, Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 10
- Gender Split
- 70% M / 30% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (301) 565-2282
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