Very Good
#65 of 462 private schools in MI
Top 14% of private schools
Detroit Waldorf School
Elementary School
2555 BURNS ST, Detroit, MI 48214
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#65 of 462
In Detroit
#1 of 11
public schools
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Detroit Waldorf School
Elementary School in Detroit · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Detroit Waldorf School
Detroit Waldorf School is a private elementary school in Detroit, MI. Detroit Waldorf School serves approximately 180 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Detroit Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #65 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 180 students, Detroit 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 9:1 students to teachers, Detroit Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Detroit 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 Detroit Waldorf School compares to 145 public schools serving similar grades in Detroit, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Detroit Waldorf School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Nichols ElementaryMiddle School | 7.1 |
| Garvey Academy | 7.6 |
| The James and Grace Lee Boggs School | 7.8 |
| Detroit Prep | 6.6 |
| Hutchinson ElementaryMiddle School | 6.7 |
| Moses Field Center | 9.9 |
| Barack Obama Leadership Academy | 3.8 |
| Detroit Enterprise Academy | 5.1 |
| Pathways Academy | 5.5 |
| Blackwell Institute | 6.2 |
| Bunche Preparatory Academy | 6.0 |
| Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences | 3.0 |
| Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences Middle School | 4.8 |
| University Preparatory Science and Math Elementary | 6.2 |
| Detroit Edison Public School Academy | 4.2 |
| AL Holmes Academy of Blended Learning | 6.5 |
| Plymouth Educational Center | 1.9 |
| Carstens ElementaryMiddle School | 7.2 |
| Chrysler Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Oakland International Academy K1 | 2.8 |
Showing 20 of 145 schools. View all schools in Detroit
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 MI.
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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 MI
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
2555 BURNS ST, Detroit, MI 48214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Detroit Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Moses Field Center (rated 9.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is The James and Grace Lee Boggs School (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Garvey Academy (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,807
Median Home Value
$120,500
Median Rent
$818/mo
Population
19,014
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
42.5%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
29.4%
Median Age
46.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Grand Rapids, MI | 7.7 |
| Global Tech Academy Ypsilanti, MI | 7.7 |
| South Range Elementary School South Range, MI | 7.7 |
| GAGIE SCHOOL Kalamazoo, MI | 7.8 |
| James C Harvey Education Center Mason, MI | 7.8 |
| John F FarrellEmmett Elementary School Emmett, MI | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Detroit Waldorf School
What grades does Detroit Waldorf School serve?
Detroit Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Detroit Waldorf School?
Detroit Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 180 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Detroit Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Detroit Waldorf School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Detroit Waldorf School rank in MI?
Detroit Waldorf School ranks #65 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is Detroit Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?
Detroit Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Detroit Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Detroit 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 Detroit Waldorf School a religious school?
No, Detroit 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
- 180
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Phone
- (313) 822-0300
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