Very Good
#70 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 18% of private schools
Washington Waldorf School
School
4800 SANGAMORE RD, Bethesda, MD 20816
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#70 of 378
In Bethesda
#9 of 15
public schools
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Washington Waldorf School
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About Washington Waldorf School
Washington Waldorf School is a private school in Bethesda, MD. Washington Waldorf School serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 3.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #70 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 3.5:1 students to teachers, Washington Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Washington 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 Washington Waldorf School compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Bethesda, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Washington Waldorf School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Westland Middle | 8.6 |
| Wood Acres Elementary | 9.3 |
| Westbrook Elementary | 9.4 |
| Bannockburn Elementary | 8.8 |
| Walt Whitman High | 8.1 |
| Thomas W. Pyle Middle | 9.2 |
| Bethesda Elementary | 9.0 |
| Burning Tree Elementary | 9.1 |
| Bethesda-Chevy Chase High | 7.8 |
| Bradley Hills Elementary | 9.0 |
| Carderock Springs Elementary | 9.6 |
| North Bethesda Middle | 8.6 |
| Wyngate Elementary | 8.9 |
| Ashburton Elementary | 8.2 |
| Seven Locks Elementary | 9.7 |
| Woodlin Elementary | 8.1 |
| Walter Johnson High | 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
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 MD.
Data Unavailable
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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 MD
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
4800 SANGAMORE RD, Bethesda, MD 20816
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington Waldorf School may also want to explore other schools in the area. ONENESS FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Chevy Chase), which scores notably higher. Another option is LANDON SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GEORGETOWN DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Washington), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bethesda, see our Bethesda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LITTLE FLOWER SCHOOL Bethesda | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Westland Middle Bethesda | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Wood Acres Elementary Bethesda | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Westbrook Elementary Bethesda | 1.1 mi | 9.4 |
| WASHINGTON EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Bethesda | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Bannockburn Elementary Bethesda | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Walt Whitman High Bethesda | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Key ES Washington | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Somerset Elementary Chevy Chase | 1.9 mi | 9.2 |
| CONCORD HILL SCHOOL Chevy Chase | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| ST BARTHOLOMEWS SCHOOL Bethesda | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Thomas W. Pyle Middle Bethesda | 2.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Mann ES Washington | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| GEORGETOWN DAY SCHOOL Washington | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| LANDON SCHOOL Bethesda | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| ONENESS FAMILY SCHOOL Chevy Chase | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| THE BETHESDA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bethesda | 2.6 mi | — |
| APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bethesda | 2.5 mi | — |
| Bethesda Elementary Bethesda | 2.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Janney ES Washington | 2.2 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20816 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$231,284
Median Home Value
$1,166,100
Median Rent
$2,723/mo
Population
18,081
College Educated
88.8%
Homeownership
81.3%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
43.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GREATER GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Baltimore, MD | 7.4 |
| COVENANT LIFE SCHOOL Gaithersburg, MD | 7.5 |
| HARBOUR SCHOOL AT BALTIMORE Owings Mills, MD | 7.5 |
| WASHINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Olney, MD | 7.2 |
| GRACE ACADEMY Hagerstown, MD | 7.1 |
| IVYMOUNT SCHOOL Rockville, MD | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington Waldorf School
What grades does Washington Waldorf School serve?
Washington Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Washington Waldorf School?
Washington Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington Waldorf School is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Washington Waldorf School rank in MD?
Washington Waldorf School ranks #70 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Washington Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?
Washington Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Washington Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Washington 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 Washington Waldorf School a religious school?
No, Washington Waldorf School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 253
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 73
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (201) 229-6107
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