Very Good
#49 of 186 private schools in OR
Top 26% of private schools
Portland Waldorf School
School
2300 SE HARRISON ST, Milwaukie, OR 97222
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Oregon private schools
#49 of 186
In Milwaukie
#2 of 3
public schools
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Portland Waldorf School
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About Portland Waldorf School
Portland Waldorf School is a private school in Milwaukie, OR. Portland Waldorf School serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Portland Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #49 of 186 private schools in OR.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- OR avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Portland Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Portland 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 Portland Waldorf School compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Milwaukie, OR
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Portland Waldorf School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Milwaukie Academy of the Arts | 4.6 |
| Milwaukie High School | 3.9 |
| Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School | 4.2 |
| Rowe Middle School | 5.1 |
| Ardenwald Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Oak Grove Elementary | 5.6 |
| Lewelling Elementary School | 4.6 |
| New Urban High School | 6.4 |
| Sojourner School | 7.9 |
| Linwood Elementary School | 3.0 |
| View Acres Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Whitcomb Elementary School | 2.4 |
| Alder Creek Middle School | 4.1 |
| Riverside Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Putnam High School | 4.5 |
| Bilquist Elementary School | 3.7 |
| Candy Lane Elementary School | 3.4 |
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 OR.
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 OR
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
2300 SE HARRISON ST, Milwaukie, OR 97222
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Portland Waldorf School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Riverdale Grade School (rated 9.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Llewellyn Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sellwood Middle School (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukie, see our Milwaukie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Milwaukie | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Milwaukie Academy of the Arts Milwaukie | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Milwaukie High School Milwaukie | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Milwaukie El Puente Elementary School Milwaukie | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Rowe Middle School Milwaukie | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Riverdale Grade School Portland | 0.9 mi | 9.7 |
| Ardenwald Elementary School Milwaukie | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Sellwood Middle School Portland | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Oak Grove Elementary Milwaukie | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Duniway Elementary School Portland | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| New Urban High School Milwaukie | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Portland | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| PUDDLETOWN SCHOOL Portland | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Lewelling Elementary School Milwaukie | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Llewellyn Elementary School Portland | 2.3 mi | 9.6 |
| Lewis Elementary School Portland | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| View Acres Elementary School Milwaukie | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| WHOLE CHILD MONTESSORI CENTER Portland | 2.5 mi | — |
| Linwood Elementary School Milwaukie | 2.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Sojourner School Milwaukie | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97222 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,441
Median Home Value
$465,100
Median Rent
$1,592/mo
Population
36,643
College Educated
37.8%
Homeownership
55.2%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COLUMBIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Portland, OR | 7.3 |
| Butte Falls Charter School Butte Falls, OR | 7.1 |
| Glendale Community Charter School Pre-K-12 Glendale, OR | 7.1 |
| NEW HORIZON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Klamath Falls, OR | 7.1 |
| Perrydale School Amity, OR | 7.4 |
| Rivers Edge Academy Charter School Rogue River, OR | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Portland Waldorf School
What grades does Portland Waldorf School serve?
Portland Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Portland Waldorf School?
Portland Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Portland Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Portland Waldorf School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Portland Waldorf School rank in OR?
Portland Waldorf School ranks #49 of 186 private schools in OR.
What is Portland Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?
Portland Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Portland Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Portland 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 Portland Waldorf School a religious school?
No, Portland Waldorf School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 253
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clackamas County
- Phone
- (503) 654-2200
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