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#397 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 40% of private schools
Mountain Laurel Waldorf School
Elementary School
16 S CHESTNUT ST, New Paltz, NY 12561
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#397 of 992
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About Mountain Laurel Waldorf School
Mountain Laurel Waldorf School is a private elementary school in New Paltz, NY. Mountain Laurel Waldorf School serves approximately 97 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain Laurel Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #397 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 97 students, Mountain Laurel 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 8.2:1 students to teachers, Mountain Laurel Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mountain Laurel 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 Mountain Laurel Waldorf School compares to the 5 public schools in New Paltz, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in New Paltz
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mountain Laurel Waldorf School (this school) | 6.6 |
| NEW PALTZ MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.5 |
| ULSTER BOCES | 5.7 |
| DUZINE SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| NEW PALTZ SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 9.0 |
| LENAPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.6 |
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 NY.
Data Unavailable
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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
16 S CHESTNUT ST, New Paltz, NY 12561
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain Laurel Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARBLETOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Accord), which scores notably higher. Another option is DUZINE SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Highland), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New Paltz, see our New Paltz schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW PALTZ MIDDLE SCHOOL New Paltz | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| ULSTER BOCES New Paltz | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| DUZINE SCHOOL New Paltz | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| NEW PALTZ SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL New Paltz | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| LENAPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Paltz | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| MONTESSORI OF NEW PALTZ New Paltz | 2.6 mi | — |
| HIGHLAND HIGH SCHOOL Highland | 4.1 mi | 7.8 |
| GROWING CIRCLE MONTESSORI Gardiner | 5.6 mi | — |
| HIGHLAND RESIDENTIAL CENTER Highland | 5.4 mi | — |
| HIGH MEADOW SCHOOL Stone Ridge | 7.7 mi | 6.3 |
| RONDOUT VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Accord | 7.0 mi | 7.7 |
| HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Highland | 6.5 mi | 6.2 |
| RONDOUT VALLEY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Accord | 7.1 mi | 7.2 |
| RONDOUT VALLEY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Accord | 7.1 mi | 6.8 |
| MARBLETOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Accord | 8.1 mi | 8.4 |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Highland | 6.6 mi | 7.0 |
| PLATTEKILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wallkill | 9.0 mi | 6.8 |
| MILLENNIAL KINGDOM FAMILY SCHOOL Hyde Park | 7.9 mi | — |
| LITTLE WATER PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 8.2 mi | 3.5 |
| THE MOUNT ACADEMY Esopus | 9.1 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12561 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,694
Median Home Value
$411,600
Median Rent
$1,603/mo
Population
18,531
College Educated
56.1%
Homeownership
58.8%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.5%
Median Age
30.5
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| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Cortland, NY | 6.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain Laurel Waldorf School
What grades does Mountain Laurel Waldorf School serve?
Mountain Laurel Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Mountain Laurel Waldorf School?
Mountain Laurel Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 97 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain Laurel Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain Laurel Waldorf School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mountain Laurel Waldorf School rank in NY?
Mountain Laurel Waldorf School ranks #397 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Mountain Laurel Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain Laurel Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mountain Laurel Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Mountain Laurel 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 Mountain Laurel Waldorf School a religious school?
No, Mountain Laurel 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
- 97
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ulster County
- Phone
- (845) 255-0033
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