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#770 of 992 private schools in NY
Aurora Waldorf School
Elementary School
525 W FALLS RD, West Falls, NY 14170
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#770 of 992
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Aurora Waldorf School
Elementary School in West Falls · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Aurora Waldorf School
Aurora Waldorf School is a private elementary school in West Falls, NY. Aurora Waldorf School serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Aurora Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #770 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 81 students, Aurora 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 7.5:1 students to teachers, Aurora Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Aurora 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.
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 NY.
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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 NY
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
525 W FALLS RD, West Falls, NY 14170
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Aurora Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EGGERT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Orchard Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Orchard Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ELLICOTT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Orchard Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Falls, see our West Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SPROUTING MINDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL East Aurora | 2.1 mi | — |
| EAST AURORA HIGH SCHOOL East Aurora | 3.2 mi | 8.6 |
| COLDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Colden | 4.7 mi | 5.2 |
| EAST AURORA MONTESSORI SCHOOL East Aurora | 4.6 mi | — |
| ELLICOTT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park | 4.2 mi | 7.0 |
| PARKDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Aurora | 4.9 mi | 7.0 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL East Aurora | 5.0 mi | 5.6 |
| EAST AURORA MIDDLE SCHOOL East Aurora | 5.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ORCHARD PARK HIGH SCHOOL Orchard Park | 5.3 mi | 8.4 |
| NATIVITY OF OUR LORD SCHOOL Orchard Park | 5.2 mi | 6.2 |
| ORCHARD PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Orchard Park | 5.4 mi | 6.2 |
| SOUTH DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park | 5.5 mi | 6.3 |
| BOSTON VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg | 5.4 mi | 3.9 |
| EGGERT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park | 6.7 mi | 7.4 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL Orchard Park | 7.5 mi | 7.2 |
| ELMA PRIMARY SCHOOL Elma | 8.0 mi | 6.2 |
| ARMOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg | 6.6 mi | 3.4 |
| WESTERN PSYCHIATRIC CENTER West Seneca | 8.5 mi | — |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL West Seneca | 8.3 mi | 5.1 |
| HOLLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Holland | 7.3 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14170 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$112,665
Median Home Value
$295,400
Median Rent
$950/mo
Population
2,200
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
85.5%
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
47.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aurora Waldorf School
What grades does Aurora Waldorf School serve?
Aurora Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Aurora Waldorf School?
Aurora Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Aurora Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Aurora Waldorf School is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Aurora Waldorf School rank in NY?
Aurora Waldorf School ranks #770 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Aurora Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?
Aurora Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Aurora Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Aurora 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 Aurora Waldorf School a religious school?
No, Aurora 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
- 81
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 162 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Erie County
- Phone
- (716) 655-2029
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