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#193 of 381 private schools in WA
Olympia Waldorf School
Elementary School
8126 NORMANDY ST SE, Olympia, WA 98501
Enrollment
102
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
102
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#193 of 381
In Olympia
#4 of 7
public schools
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Olympia Waldorf School
Elementary School in Olympia · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Olympia Waldorf School
Olympia Waldorf School is a private elementary school in Olympia, WA. Olympia Waldorf School serves approximately 102 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Olympia Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #193 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 102 students, Olympia 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 8:1 students to teachers, Olympia Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Olympia 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 Olympia Waldorf School compares to 22 public schools serving similar grades in Olympia, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Olympia Waldorf School (this school) | 6.4 |
| East Olympia Elementary | 6.7 |
| Centennial Elementary | 8.0 |
| McKenny Elementary | 7.9 |
| Washington Middle School | 6.4 |
| Pioneer Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Olympia Regional Learning Academy | 6.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Madison Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Black Lake Elementary | 6.5 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Garfield Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Touchstone | — |
| Reeves Middle School | 6.6 |
| Jefferson Middle School | 7.7 |
| Leland P Brown Elementary | 6.0 |
| Thurgood Marshall Middle School | 6.5 |
| McLane Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Julia Butler Hansen Elementary | 6.2 |
| Wa He Lut Indian School | 6.2 |
| Littlerock Elementary School | 7.0 |
Showing 20 of 22 schools. View all schools in Olympia
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
8126 NORMANDY ST SE, Olympia, WA 98501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Olympia Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pioneer Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Centennial Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McKenny Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Olympia, see our Olympia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| East Olympia Elementary Olympia | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Horizons Elementary Lacey | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Chambers Prairie Elementary School Lacey | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Aspire Middle School Lacey | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Centennial Elementary Olympia | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| TEMPLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Lacey | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Komachin Middle School Lacey | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Lakes Elementary School Lacey | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Timberline High School Lacey | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| McKenny Elementary Olympia | 3.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Washington Middle School Olympia | 3.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Mountain View Elementary Lacey | 4.2 mi | 6.2 |
| SUNRISE BEACH SCHOOL Olympia | 3.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Pioneer Elementary School Olympia | 4.0 mi | 8.2 |
| OLYMPIA COMMUNITY SCHOOL Olympia | 4.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Woodland Elementary Lacey | 3.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Lacey Elementary Lacey | 4.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Olympia High School Olympia | 4.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight Tumwater | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
| NOVA SCHOOL Olympia | 4.6 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,695
Median Home Value
$485,200
Median Rent
$1,600/mo
Population
46,937
College Educated
47.7%
Homeownership
60.7%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
39.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Olympia Waldorf School
What grades does Olympia Waldorf School serve?
Olympia Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Olympia Waldorf School?
Olympia Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 102 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Olympia Waldorf School?
The student-teacher ratio at Olympia Waldorf School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Olympia Waldorf School rank in WA?
Olympia Waldorf School ranks #193 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Olympia Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?
Olympia Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Olympia Waldorf School a private school?
Yes, Olympia 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 Olympia Waldorf School a religious school?
No, Olympia Waldorf School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 102
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 157 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Thurston County
- Phone
- (360) 493-0906
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