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#37 of 54 private schools in VT
Orchard Valley Waldorf School
Elementary School
2290 VT ROUTE 14 N, East Montpelier, VT 05651
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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Orchard Valley Waldorf School
Elementary School in East Montpelier · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Orchard Valley Waldorf School
Orchard Valley Waldorf School is a private elementary school in East Montpelier, VT. Orchard Valley Waldorf School serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 4.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Orchard Valley Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #37 of 54 private schools in VT.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- VT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 52 students, Orchard Valley 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 4.3:1 students to teachers, Orchard Valley Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Orchard Valley 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 Orchard Valley Waldorf School compares to the 1 public school in East Montpelier, VT
Student Demographics
All Schools in East Montpelier
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Orchard Valley Waldorf School (this school) | 5.8 |
| East Montpelier Elementary School | 8.8 |
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.
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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
2290 VT ROUTE 14 N, East Montpelier, VT 05651
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orchard Valley Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Calais Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Doty Memorial School (rated 9.3/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, East Montpelier Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Montpelier, see our East Montpelier schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Calais Elementary School Plainfield | 1.8 mi | 9.4 |
| East Montpelier Elementary School East Montpelier | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Twinfield Union School Plainfield | 3.1 mi | 5.5 |
| MAPLEHILL SCHOOL Plainfield | 3.4 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CENTRAL Barre | 5.4 mi | 7.0 |
| U-32 Middle & High School Montpelier | 4.9 mi | 5.3 |
| ST MONICA-ST. MICHAEL SCHOOL Barre | 6.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Spaulding Union High School Barre | 7.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Main Street Middle School Montpelier | 6.0 mi | 8.7 |
| THE NEW SCHOOL OF MONTPELIER Montpelier | 6.1 mi | 6.1 |
| THE PACEM SCHOOL Montpelier | 6.1 mi | — |
| Union Elementary School Montpelier | 6.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Barre City Elementary/Middle School Barre | 7.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Doty Memorial School Worcester | 7.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Barre Town Elementary & Middle School Barre | 8.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Montpelier High School Montpelier | 6.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Berlin Elementary School Berlin | 7.9 mi | 8.0 |
| WEBSTERVILLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Websterville | 9.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Woodbury Elementary School Woodbury | 10.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Orange Center School East Barre | 10.3 mi | 2.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05651 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,813
Median Home Value
$324,300
Median Rent
$1,027/mo
Population
1,499
College Educated
43.5%
Homeownership
88.3%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
2.1%
Median Age
41.8
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Saint Johnsbury, VT | 5.8 |
| Grafton Elementary School Grafton, VT | 5.8 |
| THE SCHOOLHOUSE LEARNING CENTER, INC South Burlington, VT | 5.7 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Saint Johnsbury, VT | 6.1 |
| Peacham Elementary School Peacham, VT | 6.1 |
| Lakeview Union School Greensboro, VT | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orchard Valley Waldorf School
What grades does Orchard Valley Waldorf School serve?
Orchard Valley Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Orchard Valley Waldorf School?
Orchard Valley Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Orchard Valley Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Orchard Valley Waldorf School is 4.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Orchard Valley Waldorf School rank in VT?
Orchard Valley Waldorf School ranks #37 of 54 private schools in VT.
What is Orchard Valley Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?
Orchard Valley Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Orchard Valley Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Orchard Valley 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 Orchard Valley Waldorf School a religious school?
No, Orchard Valley Waldorf School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 52
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 164 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Washington County
- Phone
- (802) 456-7400
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