Very Good
#36 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 9% of private schools
Bright Water Waldorf School
Elementary School
1414 S WELLER ST, Seattle, WA 98144
Enrollment
66
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
66
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#36 of 381
In Seattle
#7 of 68
public schools
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Bright Water Waldorf School
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About Bright Water Waldorf School
Bright Water Waldorf School is a private elementary school in Seattle, WA. Bright Water Waldorf School serves approximately 66 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 3.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bright Water Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #36 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 66 students, Bright Water 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 3.5:1 students to teachers, Bright Water Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bright Water 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 Bright Water Waldorf School compares to 104 public schools serving similar grades in Seattle, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bright Water Waldorf School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Bailey Gatzert Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Washington Middle School | 7.2 |
| Interagency Detention School | 7.2 |
| Thurgood Marshall Elementary | 9.2 |
| Beacon Hill International School | 9.4 |
| Leschi Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Seattle World School | 6.0 |
| Madrona K-5 School | 8.8 |
| Private School Services | 7.0 |
| Interagency Programs | 5.3 |
| Kimball Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Edmonds S. Meany Middle School | 4.0 |
| Lowell Elementary School | 4.3 |
| John Muir Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Mercer International Middle School | 7.8 |
| Stevens Elementary School | 9.6 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School | 9.6 |
| Maple Elementary School | 8.9 |
| McGilvra Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Montlake Elementary School | 9.2 |
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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 WA.
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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 WA
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
1414 S WELLER ST, Seattle, WA 98144
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bright Water Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beacon Hill International School (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thurgood Marshall Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bailey Gatzert Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bailey Gatzert Elementary School Seattle | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| MENACHEM MENDEL SEATTLE CHEDER DAY SCHOOL Seattle | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Summit Public School: Sierra Seattle | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Interagency Detention School Seattle | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Washington Middle School Seattle | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| SEATTLE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seattle | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| HAMLIN ROBINSON SCHOOL Seattle | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Garfield High School Seattle | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| PUGET SOUNDS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Seattle | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ONEWORLD NOW! Seattle | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Beacon Hill International School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Middle College High School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Thurgood Marshall Elementary Seattle | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| SEATTLE GIRLS SCHOOL Seattle | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| LAKE WASHINGTON GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| GIDDENS SCHOOL Seattle | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Nova High School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| SEATTLE ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Seattle | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Seattle World School Seattle | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| O'DEA HIGH SCHOOL Seattle | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98144 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,051
Median Home Value
$890,400
Median Rent
$1,805/mo
Population
33,048
College Educated
62.4%
Homeownership
46.1%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NORTH SEATTLE FRENCH SCHOOL Seattle, WA | 7.8 |
| THE PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY SCHOOL Lacey, WA | 7.7 |
| JEWISH DAY SCHOOL OF METROPOLITAN SEATTLE Bellevue, WA | 7.9 |
| NEWPORT CHILDREN'S SCHOOL, INC. Bellevue, WA | 7.6 |
| NORTHWEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Seattle, WA | 7.6 |
| PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lacey, WA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bright Water Waldorf School
What grades does Bright Water Waldorf School serve?
Bright Water Waldorf School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Bright Water Waldorf School?
Bright Water Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 66 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bright Water Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bright Water Waldorf School is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bright Water Waldorf School rank in WA?
Bright Water Waldorf School ranks #36 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Bright Water Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bright Water Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bright Water Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Bright Water 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 Bright Water Waldorf School a religious school?
No, Bright Water Waldorf School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 66
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (206) 624-6176
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