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#49 of 54 private schools in VT

Upper Valley Waldorf School

Elementary School

80 BLUFF RD, Quechee, VT 05059

Private

Enrollment

106

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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Upper Valley Waldorf School

5.0/10

Elementary School in Quechee · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Ottauquechee School

8.0/10

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About Upper Valley Waldorf School

Upper Valley Waldorf School is a private elementary school in Quechee, VT. Upper Valley Waldorf School serves approximately 106 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Upper Valley Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #49 of 54 private schools in VT.

How it compares1.5 pts below VT schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • VT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 106 students, Upper 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 9.5:1 students to teachers, Upper Valley Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Upper 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

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How Upper Valley Waldorf School compares to the 1 public school in Quechee, VT

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
This School
vs
10.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
106
This School
vs
219
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.0
This School
vs
8.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 98.1% vs 0%
Upper Valley Waldorf School Quechee Public Avg

All Schools in Quechee

School Rating
Upper Valley Waldorf School (this school) 5.0
Ottauquechee School 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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.4 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,211
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 4%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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Enrollment 106
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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)

White 98.1%
Two or More 1.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

80 BLUFF RD, Quechee, VT 05059

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Upper Valley Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Marion W. Cross School (rated 8.9/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Norwich), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hanover Street School (rated 8.5/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Lebanon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dothan Brook School (rated 8.2/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby White River Junction), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Quechee, see our Quechee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Ottauquechee School Quechee 0.2 mi 8.0
MID VERMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL White River Junction 0.4 mi 6.8
POTTER S HOUSE SCHOOL Hartford 3.9 mi
Hartford Memorial Middle School White River Junction 5.0 mi 5.6
Hartford High School White River Junction 5.0 mi 6.1
White River School White River Junction 5.0 mi 7.8
Woodstock Elementary School Woodstock 5.3 mi 6.0
Dothan Brook School White River Junction 5.6 mi 8.2
Prosper Valley School South Pomfret 5.5 mi 8.3
Hartland Elementary School Hartland 7.6 mi 4.1
Mt. Lebanon School W. Lebanon 5.7 mi 7.9
ESTABROOK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Plainfield 8.2 mi
Marion W. Cross School Norwich 7.2 mi 8.9
Woodstock Union Middle/High School Woodstock 6.8 mi 7.5
Sharon Elementary School Sharon 9.7 mi 4.8
Hanover High School Hanover 7.7 mi 9.6
SHARON ACADEMY Sharon 10.4 mi 6.7
Ledyard Charter School Lebanon 8.3 mi 5.8
Frances C. Richmond School Hanover 9.1 mi 9.0
Hanover Street School Lebanon 8.4 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 05059 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Home Value

$345,800

Population

376

College Educated

80.5%

Homeownership

94.2%

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

71.3

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Samuel Morey Elementary School Fairlee, VT 5.0
Wallingford Village School Wallingford, VT 5.0
Millers Run School Sheffield, VT 5.1
Newport Town School Newport Center, VT 4.9
Tinmouth Elementary School Tinmouth, VT 5.1
Wolcott Elementary School Wolcott, VT 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Upper Valley Waldorf School

What grades does Upper Valley Waldorf School serve?

Upper Valley Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Upper Valley Waldorf School?

Upper Valley Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 106 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Upper Valley Waldorf School?

The student-teacher ratio at Upper Valley Waldorf School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Upper Valley Waldorf School rank in VT?

Upper Valley Waldorf School ranks #49 of 54 private schools in VT.

What is Upper Valley Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?

Upper Valley Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Upper Valley Waldorf School a private school?

Yes, Upper 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 Upper Valley Waldorf School a religious school?

No, Upper Valley Waldorf School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
12 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
106
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
173 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Windsor County

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