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#48 of 64 private schools in ME

Seacoast Waldorf School

Elementary School

403 HAROLD L DOW HWY, Eliot, ME 03903

Private

Enrollment

69

Student-Teacher

6.9:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#48 of 64

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Seacoast Waldorf School

5.7/10

Elementary School in Eliot · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Marshwood Middle School

6.4/10

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4.5/10

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About Seacoast Waldorf School

Seacoast Waldorf School is a private elementary school in Eliot, ME. Seacoast Waldorf School serves approximately 69 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Seacoast Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #48 of 64 private schools in ME.

How it compares0.4 pts below ME schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • ME avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 69 students, Seacoast 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 6.9:1 students to teachers, Seacoast Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Seacoast 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

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How Seacoast Waldorf School compares to the 2 public schools in Eliot, ME

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
This School
vs
12.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
69
This School
vs
387
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.7
This School
vs
5.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 92.8% vs 0%
Black 4.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.4% vs 0%
Asian 1.4% vs 0%
Seacoast Waldorf School Eliot Public Avg

All Schools in Eliot

School Rating
Seacoast Waldorf School (this school) 5.7
Marshwood Middle School 6.4
Eliot Elementary School 4.5

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 ME.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,059.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 14%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.3 / 10
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Enrollment 69
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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 ME

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 92.8%
Black 4.3%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

403 HAROLD L DOW HWY, Eliot, ME 03903

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Seacoast Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. New Franklin School (rated 9.3/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Portsmouth), which scores notably higher. Another option is Little Harbour School (rated 8.9/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Portsmouth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Newington Public School (rated 8.6/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Newington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Eliot, see our Eliot schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Marshwood Middle School Eliot 1.0 mi 6.4
Eliot Elementary School Eliot 1.2 mi 4.5
Shapleigh School Kittery 2.8 mi 6.8
Newington Public School Newington 3.2 mi 8.6
ST THOMAS AQUINAS HIGH SCHOOL Dover 2.8 mi 5.5
Marshwood High School South Berwick 4.1 mi 6.7
New Franklin School Portsmouth 4.5 mi 9.3
Robert W Traip Academy Kittery 4.4 mi 6.0
Portsmouth Middle School Portsmouth 4.9 mi 8.8
PORTSMOUTH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dover 4.1 mi 6.4
Little Harbour School Portsmouth 5.4 mi 8.9
PEEP School - Pre School Program Portsmouth 5.4 mi
Portsmouth High School Portsmouth 5.8 mi 8.7
Garrison School Dover 4.4 mi 6.8
Marshwood Great Works School South Berwick 5.9 mi 5.8
BERWICK ACADEMY South Berwick 6.1 mi 7.1
Central School South Berwick 6.5 mi 4.8
Maude H. Trefethen School New Castle 5.9 mi
Rollinsford Grade School Rollinsford 6.5 mi 6.3
ST PATRICK ACADEMY Portsmouth 6.8 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03903 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,472

Median Home Value

$465,100

Median Rent

$1,837/mo

Population

6,978

College Educated

41.4%

Homeownership

82.6%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

49.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Seacoast Waldorf School

What grades does Seacoast Waldorf School serve?

Seacoast Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Seacoast Waldorf School?

Seacoast Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 69 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Seacoast Waldorf School?

The student-teacher ratio at Seacoast Waldorf School is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Seacoast Waldorf School rank in ME?

Seacoast Waldorf School ranks #48 of 64 private schools in ME.

What is Seacoast Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?

Seacoast Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Seacoast Waldorf School a private school?

Yes, Seacoast 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 Seacoast Waldorf School a religious school?

No, Seacoast Waldorf School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
69
Gender Split
64% M / 36% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
163 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
York County

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