Excellent
#7 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 1% of private schools
The Waldorf School of Garden City
School
225 CAMBRIDGE AVE, Garden City, NY 11530
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#7 of 992
In Garden City
#1 of 2
public schools
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The Waldorf School of Garden City
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About The Waldorf School of Garden City
The Waldorf School of Garden City is a private school in Garden City, NY. The Waldorf School of Garden City serves approximately 269 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. The Waldorf School of Garden City has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #7 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 4.8:1 students to teachers, The Waldorf School of Garden City sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Waldorf School of Garden City 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 The Waldorf School of Garden City compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Garden City, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Waldorf School of Garden City (this school) | 8.9 |
| GARDEN CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL | 8.6 |
| STRATFORD AVENUE SCHOOL | 8.0 |
| GARDEN CITY HIGH SCHOOL | 9.0 |
| HOMESTEAD SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| NASSAU BOCES | 5.7 |
| STEWART SCHOOL | 8.2 |
| HEMLOCK SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| LOCUST SCHOOL | 7.8 |
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
225 CAMBRIDGE AVE, Garden City, NY 11530
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Waldorf School of Garden City may also want to explore other schools in the area. CRESCENT SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Hempstead), a more accessible option. Additionally, ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Hempstead), a more accessible option. For more schools in Garden City, see our Garden City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GARDEN CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Garden City | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL West Hempstead | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| GARDEN CITY HIGH SCHOOL Garden City | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| H FRANK CAREY HIGH SCHOOL Franklin Square | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| WASHINGTON STREET SCHOOL Franklin Square | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| JOHN STREET SCHOOL Franklin Square | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| STRATFORD AVENUE SCHOOL Garden City | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF NASSAU COUNTY West Hempstead | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| CHESTNUT STREET SCHOOL West Hempstead | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| SACRED HEART ACADEMY Hempstead | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| HOMESTEAD SCHOOL Garden City | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| DAVID PATERSON SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| MINEOLA HIGH SCHOOL Garden City Park | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| ST ANNE'S SCHOOL Garden City | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF NASSAU COUNTY (HANC) West Hempstead | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| MINEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Mineola | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| WEST HEMPSTEAD SECONDARY SCHOOL West Hempstead | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| CRESCENT SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| JACKSON AVENUE SCHOOL Mineola | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11530 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$202,841
Median Home Value
$987,800
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
28,041
College Educated
70.9%
Homeownership
89.1%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
41.7
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| ROSS SCHOOL East Hampton, NY | 9.0 |
| QUAD PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) Manhattan, NY | 8.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Waldorf School of Garden City
What grades does The Waldorf School of Garden City serve?
The Waldorf School of Garden City serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend The Waldorf School of Garden City?
The Waldorf School of Garden City has an enrollment of approximately 269 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Waldorf School of Garden City?
The student-teacher ratio at The Waldorf School of Garden City is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Waldorf School of Garden City rank in NY?
The Waldorf School of Garden City ranks #7 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is The Waldorf School of Garden City's MySchoolScout rating?
The Waldorf School of Garden City has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Waldorf School of Garden City a private school?
Yes, The Waldorf School of Garden City 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 The Waldorf School of Garden City a religious school?
No, The Waldorf School of Garden City is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 269
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Phone
- (516) 742-3434
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