Very Good
#224 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 26% of private schools
The Walden School
Elementary School
901 N PROVIDENCE RD, Media, PA 19063
Enrollment
66
Student-Teacher
4.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
66
Student-Teacher
4.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#224 of 873
In Media
#3 of 4
public schools
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The Walden School
Elementary School in Media · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Walden School
The Walden School is a private elementary school in Media, PA. The Walden School serves approximately 66 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Walden School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #224 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 66 students, The Walden 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 4.1:1 students to teachers, The Walden School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Walden 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 The Walden School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Media, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Walden School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Rose Tree El Sch | 8.6 |
| Media El Sch | 8.3 |
| Springton Lake MS | 8.0 |
| Indian Lane El Sch | 8.4 |
| Glenwood El Sch | 8.0 |
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
901 N PROVIDENCE RD, Media, PA 19063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Walden School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wallingford El Sch (rated 9.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Wallingford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Swarthmore-Rutledge Sch (rated 9.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Swarthmore), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Worrall El Sch (rated 8.9/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Broomall), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Media, see our Media schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rose Tree El Sch Media | 0.2 mi | 8.6 |
| MEDIA-PROVIDENCE FRIENDS SCHOOL Media | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| ROSE TREE EARLY LEARNING CENTER Media | 0.7 mi | — |
| Media El Sch Media | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Springton Lake MS Media | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| BENCHMARK SCHOOL Media | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| ST MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL Media | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| DAVIDSON SCHOOL Elwyn | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Wallingford El Sch Wallingford | 2.1 mi | 9.3 |
| THE SCHOOL IN ROSE VALLEY Rose Valley | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Indian Lane El Sch Media | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Paxon Hollow MS Broomall | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Strath Haven HS Wallingford | 2.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Strath Haven MS Wallingford | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Springfield Literacy Center Springfield | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Richardson MS Springfield | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Penncrest HS Media | 2.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Worrall El Sch Broomall | 3.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Swarthmore-Rutledge Sch Swarthmore | 2.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Sabold El Sch Springfield | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,899
Median Home Value
$505,500
Median Rent
$1,623/mo
Population
38,206
College Educated
59.8%
Homeownership
69.7%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Telford, PA | 7.3 |
| WYOMING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kingston, PA | 7.3 |
| 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 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Walden School
What grades does The Walden School serve?
The Walden School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend The Walden School?
The Walden School has an enrollment of approximately 66 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Walden School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Walden School is 4.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Walden School rank in PA?
The Walden School ranks #224 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is The Walden School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Walden School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Walden School a private school?
Yes, The Walden 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 The Walden School a religious school?
No, The Walden School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 66
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Delaware County
- Phone
- (610) 892-8000
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