Very Good
#79 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 17% of private schools
Potomac Crescent Waldorf School
Elementary School
212 S WASHINGTON ST, Alexandria, VA 22314
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#79 of 457
In Alexandria
#6 of 27
public schools
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Potomac Crescent Waldorf School
Elementary School in Alexandria · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Potomac Crescent Waldorf School
Potomac Crescent Waldorf School is a private elementary school in Alexandria, VA. Potomac Crescent Waldorf School serves approximately 45 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Potomac Crescent Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #79 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 45 students, Potomac Crescent 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 6.3:1 students to teachers, Potomac Crescent Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Potomac Crescent 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 Potomac Crescent Waldorf School compares to 41 public schools serving similar grades in Alexandria, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Potomac Crescent Waldorf School (this school) | 7.5 |
| Lyles-Crouch Elementary | 7.8 |
| Jefferson-Houston PK-8 School | 6.2 |
| Naomi L. Brooks Elementary | 6.4 |
| Mount Vernon Elementary | 5.0 |
| Douglas MacArthur Elementary | 5.3 |
| Mount Eagle Elementary | 3.3 |
| George Mason Elementary | 5.3 |
| Belle View Elementary | 6.6 |
| Cameron Elementary | 4.3 |
| Cora Kelly School for Math Science and Technology | 3.9 |
| Bucknell Elementary | 5.0 |
| Charles Barrett Elementary | 4.9 |
| Clermont Elementary | 8.3 |
| Groveton Elementary | 3.4 |
| Virginia Hills Early Childhood Resource Center | 5.0 |
| Patrick Henry K-8 School | 7.4 |
| Hybla Valley Elementary | 3.1 |
| Hollin Meadows Elementary | 3.6 |
| James K. Polk Elementary | 4.7 |
| Rose Hill Elementary | 7.0 |
Showing 20 of 41 schools. View all schools in Alexandria
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 VA.
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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 VA
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
212 S WASHINGTON ST, Alexandria, VA 22314
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Potomac Crescent Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lyles-Crouch Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ALEXANDRIA COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GRACE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Alexandria, see our Alexandria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22314 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$144,359
Median Home Value
$856,400
Median Rent
$2,312/mo
Population
35,696
College Educated
79.3%
Homeownership
45.2%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT FAIRFAX Fairfax, VA | 7.4 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT BELMONT GREENE Ashburn, VA | 7.3 |
| WEST END MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richmond, VA | 7.7 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESORI BROADLANDS Ashburn, VA | 7.8 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT BROADLANDS Ashburn, VA | 7.2 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT CHANTILLY Chantilly, VA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Potomac Crescent Waldorf School
What grades does Potomac Crescent Waldorf School serve?
Potomac Crescent Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Potomac Crescent Waldorf School?
Potomac Crescent Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 45 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Potomac Crescent Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Potomac Crescent Waldorf School is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Potomac Crescent Waldorf School rank in VA?
Potomac Crescent Waldorf School ranks #79 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Potomac Crescent Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?
Potomac Crescent Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Potomac Crescent Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Potomac Crescent 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 Potomac Crescent Waldorf School a religious school?
No, Potomac Crescent Waldorf School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 45
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Alexandria city
- Phone
- (703) 486-1309
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