Very Good
#257 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 29% of private schools
Susquehanna Waldorf School
Elementary School
15 W WALNUT ST, Marietta, PA 17547
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#257 of 873
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Susquehanna Waldorf School
Elementary School in Marietta · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Donegal Intermediate School
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About Susquehanna Waldorf School
Susquehanna Waldorf School is a private elementary school in Marietta, PA. Susquehanna Waldorf School serves approximately 80 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Susquehanna Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #257 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 80 students, Susquehanna 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 6.5:1 students to teachers, Susquehanna Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Susquehanna 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 Susquehanna Waldorf School compares to the 1 public school in Marietta, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Marietta
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Susquehanna Waldorf School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Donegal Intermediate 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 PA.
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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 PA
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
15 W WALNUT ST, Marietta, PA 17547
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Susquehanna Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Donegal Primary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Mount Joy), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wrightsville El Sch (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Wrightsville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Columbia), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Marietta, see our Marietta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Donegal Intermediate School Marietta | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Wrightsville El Sch Wrightsville | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| KRAYBILL MENNONITE SCHOOL Mount Joy | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Donegal JHS Mount Joy | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Donegal HS Mount Joy | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Columbia HS Columbia | 3.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Columbia MS Hill Campus Columbia | 3.1 mi | 4.4 |
| OUR LADY OF ANGELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Columbia | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS SCHOOL Columbia | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Eastern York HS Wrightsville | 4.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Donegal Primary School Mount Joy | 3.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Park El Sch Columbia | 3.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Columbia MS Taylor Campus Columbia | 3.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Eastern York MS Wrightsville | 4.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Lancaster County CTC - Mt Joy Campus Mount Joy | 4.7 mi | — |
| Kreutz Creek El Sch Hellam | 4.7 mi | 6.7 |
| THE JANUS SCHOOL Mount Joy | 5.1 mi | 8.1 |
| SONLIGHT RIVER BRETHREN SCHOOL Mount Joy | 4.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Farmdale El Sch Mount Joy | 5.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Canadochly El Sch East Prospect | 6.5 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17547 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,801
Median Home Value
$243,000
Median Rent
$1,139/mo
Population
9,100
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
71.6%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
35.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LANCASTER MENNONITE SCHOOL NEW DANVILLE Lancaster, PA | 7.2 |
| MOUNT LEBANON MONTESSORI Pittsburgh, PA | 7.2 |
| Marclay Sch Markleysburg, PA | 7.2 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Towanda, PA | 7.2 |
| ARMENIAN SISTERS ACADEMY Radnor, PA | 7.3 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Telford, PA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Susquehanna Waldorf School
What grades does Susquehanna Waldorf School serve?
Susquehanna Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Susquehanna Waldorf School?
Susquehanna Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 80 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Susquehanna Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Susquehanna Waldorf School is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Susquehanna Waldorf School rank in PA?
Susquehanna Waldorf School ranks #257 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Susquehanna Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?
Susquehanna 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 Susquehanna Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Susquehanna 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 Susquehanna Waldorf School a religious school?
No, Susquehanna 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
- 80
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lancaster County
- Phone
- (717) 426-4506
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