Excellent
#11 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 3% of private schools
Minnesota Waldorf
Elementary School
70 COUNTY ROAD B E, Maplewood, MN 55117
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#11 of 319
In Maplewood
#1 of 3
public schools
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Minnesota Waldorf
Elementary School in Maplewood · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Minnesota Waldorf
Minnesota Waldorf is a private elementary school in Maplewood, MN. Minnesota Waldorf serves approximately 105 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Minnesota Waldorf has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #11 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 105 students, Minnesota Waldorf 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 7.1:1 students to teachers, Minnesota Waldorf sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Minnesota Waldorf 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 Minnesota Waldorf compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Maplewood, MN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Minnesota Waldorf (this school) | 8.6 |
| Harambee Elementary School | 3.8 |
| EDGERTON ELEMENTARY | 5.6 |
| WEAVER ELEMENTARY | 4.1 |
| JOHN GLENN MIDDLE | 4.9 |
| Fairview Adolescent Education Progr | — |
| Harmony Learning Center | 5.6 |
| PrairieCare Maplewood | — |
| Justice Alan Page Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Beaver Lake Voluntary Pre-K | — |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION | 3.6 |
| CARVER ELEMENTARY | 5.6 |
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 MN.
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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 MN
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
70 COUNTY ROAD B E, Maplewood, MN 55117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Minnesota Waldorf may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prodeo Academy St. Paul Primary (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Saint Paul), with a very similar rating. Another option is Community School of Excellence Elem (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Saint Paul), with a comparable rating. Additionally, KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Roseville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Maplewood, see our Maplewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,784
Median Home Value
$262,700
Median Rent
$1,178/mo
Population
44,095
College Educated
32.7%
Homeownership
61.3%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Median Age
32.5
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| SOUTHSIDE FAMILY CHARTER SCHOOL Minneapolis, MN | 8.6 |
| ATHENEUM ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights, MN | 8.5 |
| CLIMAX ELEMENTARY Climax, MN | 8.7 |
| LAKE BENTON ELEMENTARY Lake Benton, MN | 8.5 |
| MATERNITY OF MARY - ST ANDREW SCHOOL Saint Paul, MN | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Minnesota Waldorf
What grades does Minnesota Waldorf serve?
Minnesota Waldorf serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Minnesota Waldorf?
Minnesota Waldorf has an enrollment of approximately 105 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Minnesota Waldorf?
The student-teacher ratio at Minnesota Waldorf is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Minnesota Waldorf rank in MN?
Minnesota Waldorf ranks #11 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Minnesota Waldorf's MySchoolScout rating?
Minnesota Waldorf has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Minnesota Waldorf a private school?
Yes, Minnesota Waldorf 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 Minnesota Waldorf a religious school?
No, Minnesota Waldorf is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 105
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ramsey County
- Phone
- (651) 487-6700
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