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#26 of 54 private schools in VT
Top 46% of private schools
Lake Champlain Waldorf School
School
359 TURTLE LN, Shelburne, VT 05482
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
143
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Vermont private schools
#26 of 54
In Shelburne
#2 of 2
public schools
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About Lake Champlain Waldorf School
Lake Champlain Waldorf School is a private school in Shelburne, VT. Lake Champlain Waldorf School serves approximately 143 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Champlain Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #26 of 54 private schools in VT.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- VT avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 143 students, Lake Champlain 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 6.8:1 students to teachers, Lake Champlain Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Lake Champlain 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 Lake Champlain Waldorf School compares to the 1 public school in Shelburne, VT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Shelburne
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lake Champlain Waldorf School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Shelburne Community School | 8.1 |
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 VT.
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 VT
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
359 TURTLE LN, Shelburne, VT 05482
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake Champlain Waldorf School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler (rated 8.2/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Shelburne Community School (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Burlington High School (rated 8.1/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby South Burlington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Shelburne, see our Shelburne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shelburne Community School Shelburne | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| VERMONT DAY SCHOOL Shelburne | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| VERMONT COMMONS SCHOOL South Burlington | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Orchard School South Burlington | 3.9 mi | 7.8 |
| DAVIS COMMUNITY SCHOOL South Burlington | 4.1 mi | — |
| THE SCHOOLHOUSE LEARNING CENTER, INC South Burlington | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| BAIRD SCHOOL Burlington | 4.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Charlotte Central School Charlotte | 5.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Champlain School Burlington | 4.9 mi | 6.6 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Burlington | 5.4 mi | 6.7 |
| STEPPING STONES CHILDREN'S CENTER INC. Burlington | 5.6 mi | — |
| South Burlington High School South Burlington | 5.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School South Burlington | 5.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Edmunds Middle School Burlington | 6.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Edmunds Elementary School Burlington | 6.2 mi | 7.2 |
| TAMIM ACADEMY OF VT Burlington | 6.5 mi | — |
| Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes Burlington | 6.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Rick Marcotte Central School South Burlington | 6.2 mi | 7.3 |
| MATER CHRISTI SCHOOL Burlington | 6.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler Burlington | 7.1 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05482 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,019
Median Home Value
$515,800
Median Rent
$1,244/mo
Population
7,844
College Educated
68.6%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
51.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MID VERMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL White River Junction, VT | 6.8 |
| Craftsbury Schools Craftsbury Common, VT | 6.9 |
| WEBSTERVILLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Websterville, VT | 6.1 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bennington, VT | 5.8 |
| Canaan Schools Canaan, VT | 7.9 |
| TRINITY BAPTIST SCHOOL Williston, VT | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake Champlain Waldorf School
What grades does Lake Champlain Waldorf School serve?
Lake Champlain Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Lake Champlain Waldorf School?
Lake Champlain Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 143 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Champlain Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake Champlain Waldorf School is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lake Champlain Waldorf School rank in VT?
Lake Champlain Waldorf School ranks #26 of 54 private schools in VT.
What is Lake Champlain Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake Champlain Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lake Champlain Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Lake Champlain 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 Lake Champlain Waldorf School a religious school?
No, Lake Champlain 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
- 143
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Chittenden County
- Phone
- (802) 985-2827
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