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#364 of 1,015 schools in UT

Top 36% in state

Wasatch Waldorf Charter School

Elementary School · Wasatch Waldorf Charter School

1458 East Murray-Holladay Road, Holladay, UT 84117

Charter

Enrollment

621

Student-Teacher

19.4:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Utah schools

#364 of 1,015

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Wasatch Waldorf Charter School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Holladay · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Wasatch Waldorf Charter School

Wasatch Waldorf Charter School is a public elementary school in Holladay, UT, part of Wasatch Waldorf Charter School. Wasatch Waldorf Charter School serves approximately 621 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Wasatch Waldorf Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #364 of 1,015 schools in UT.

Structured state assessment records for Wasatch Waldorf Charter School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above UT schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • UT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Wasatch Waldorf Charter School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Wasatch Waldorf Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

40% of students at Wasatch Waldorf Charter School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change+0.43 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.6% (2025 RISE)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.7% (2025 RISE)
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 RISE, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 RISE)
vs. Expected-20.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,630
Chronic Absenteeism40.1%

Wasatch Waldorf Charter School — Students at Wasatch Waldorf Charter School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 17.1% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 32.1% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 15 test records from UT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2016
Math
19%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
18.6%
ELA
37.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.

How Wasatch Waldorf Charter School Compares

See how Wasatch Waldorf Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
64th percentile in UT
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
5.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.1%

Location

1458 East Murray-Holladay Road, Holladay, UT 84117

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wasatch Waldorf Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crestview School (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Salt Lake City), which scores notably higher. Another option is William Penn School (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Salt Lake City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Woodstock School (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Salt Lake City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Holladay, see our Holladay schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ST VINCENT DE PAUL PARISH SCHOOL Salt Lake City 0.4 mi 5.6
Bonneville Jr High Salt Lake City 0.9 mi 4.5
Academy for Math Engineering & Science Salt Lake City 1.4 mi 8.5
Cottonwood High Salt Lake City 1.4 mi 4.8
ST SOPHIA HELLENIC ORTHODOX SCHOOL Salt Lake City 1.2 mi
Olympus Jr High Salt Lake City 1.1 mi 6.9
Crestview School Salt Lake City 1.4 mi 8.1
William Penn School Salt Lake City 1.7 mi 8.1
Woodstock School Salt Lake City 1.7 mi 7.5
Oakwood School Salt Lake City 1.7 mi 6.6
LA EUROPA ACADEMY Salt Lake City 1.8 mi 6.3
LA EUROPA ACADEMY Murray 1.8 mi 6.2
James E. Moss School Salt Lake City 1.5 mi 3.3
Parkside School Murray 1.5 mi 4.7
Olympus High Salt Lake City 1.9 mi 7.6
Utah Virtual Academy Murray 1.8 mi 5.7
Granite Connection High Salt Lake City 2.0 mi 5.9
Blind Region 2 Salt Lake City 2.4 mi
Jean Massieu School for the Deaf Salt Lake City 2.4 mi 5.8
Evergreen Jr High Salt Lake City 2.3 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 84117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,451

Median Home Value

$581,100

Median Rent

$1,687/mo

Population

24,873

College Educated

51.3%

Homeownership

69.1%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

41.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wasatch Waldorf Charter School

What grades does Wasatch Waldorf Charter School serve?

Wasatch Waldorf Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Wasatch Waldorf Charter School?

Wasatch Waldorf Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 621 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wasatch Waldorf Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wasatch Waldorf Charter School is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wasatch Waldorf Charter School rank in UT?

Wasatch Waldorf Charter School ranks #364 of 1,015 schools in UT.

What is Wasatch Waldorf Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wasatch Waldorf Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Wasatch Waldorf Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wasatch Waldorf Charter School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

Is Wasatch Waldorf Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Wasatch Waldorf Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Wasatch Waldorf Charter School a Title I school?

No, Wasatch Waldorf Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wasatch Waldorf Charter School?

19.3% of students at Wasatch Waldorf Charter School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
621
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Salt Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.1%

District

Wasatch Waldorf Charter School
District Enrollment
621
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,630
District Rank
#1 of 1

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