Very Good
#165 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 17% of private schools
Brooklyn Waldorf School
Elementary School
11 JEFFERSON AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#165 of 992
In Brooklyn
#16 of 173
public schools
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Brooklyn Waldorf School
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About Brooklyn Waldorf School
Brooklyn Waldorf School is a private elementary school in Brooklyn, NY. Brooklyn Waldorf School serves approximately 136 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooklyn Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #165 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 136 students, Brooklyn 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 5.7:1 students to teachers, Brooklyn Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Brooklyn 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 Brooklyn Waldorf School compares to 449 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brooklyn Waldorf School (this school) | 7.4 |
| PS 3 BEDFORD VILLAGE (THE) | 3.1 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY UNISON SCHOOL (THE) | 6.4 |
| PS 56 LEWIS H LATIMER | 4.1 |
| EXPLORE EXCEED CHARTER SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| BROOKLYN ARTS AND SCIENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST ENDEAVOR CHARTER SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| PS 11 PURVIS J BEHAN | 8.1 |
| COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| PS 270 JOHANN DEKALB | 2.5 |
| PS 9 SARAH SMITH GARNET SCHOOL (THE) | 7.3 |
| PS 316 ELIJAH STROUD | 8.3 |
| ELIJAH STROUD MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| RESTORATION ACADEMY | 4.1 |
| PS 93 WILLIAM H PRESCOTT | 3.7 |
| LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY BEDFORD STUYVESANT CHARTER SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| PS 140 | 3.6 |
| PS 138 | 7.0 |
| ACADEMY OF ARTS AND LETTERS | 8.2 |
| PS 256 BENJAMIN BANNEKER | 3.5 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-PROSPECT HEIGHTS | 5.8 |
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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 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
11 JEFFERSON AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brooklyn Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 316 ELIJAH STROUD (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 11 PURVIS J BEHAN (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,957
Median Home Value
$1,146,000
Median Rent
$2,511/mo
Population
58,462
College Educated
71.2%
Homeownership
28.1%
Avg Commute
38.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
35.7
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| GEORGE GRANT MASON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tuxedo Park, NY | 7.4 |
| THE BRANDEIS SCHOOL Lawrence, NY | 7.4 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Albany, NY | 7.5 |
| CHESTNUT STREET SCHOOL West Hempstead, NY | 7.5 |
| FLUSHING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Flushing, NY | 7.5 |
| KINNERET DAY SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brooklyn Waldorf School
What grades does Brooklyn Waldorf School serve?
Brooklyn Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Brooklyn Waldorf School?
Brooklyn Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 136 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Waldorf School is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Brooklyn Waldorf School rank in NY?
Brooklyn Waldorf School ranks #165 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Brooklyn Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brooklyn 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 Brooklyn Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Brooklyn 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 Brooklyn Waldorf School a religious school?
No, Brooklyn 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
- 136
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 162 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Phone
- (646) 331-3773
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