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#317 of 381 private schools in WA

Whidbey Island Waldorf School

Elementary School

6335 OLD PIETLIA RD, Clinton, WA 98236

Private

Enrollment

92

Student-Teacher

7.5:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#317 of 381

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Whidbey Island Waldorf School

5.2/10

Elementary School in Clinton · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

South Whidbey Middle

6.1/10

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7.6/10

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About Whidbey Island Waldorf School

Whidbey Island Waldorf School is a private elementary school in Clinton, WA. Whidbey Island Waldorf School serves approximately 92 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Whidbey Island Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #317 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares1.6 pts below WA schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 92 students, Whidbey Island 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 7.5:1 students to teachers, Whidbey Island Waldorf School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Whidbey Island 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.

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 WA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,014
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 2.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 11%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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Enrollment 92
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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)

White 94.6%
Hispanic 3.3%
Asian 2.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6335 OLD PIETLIA RD, Clinton, WA 98236

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Whidbey Island Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mukilteo Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Mukilteo), which scores notably higher. Another option is Picnic Point Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Edmonds), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Endeavour Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Mukilteo), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clinton, see our Clinton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.6 mi
School Distance Rating
South Whidbey Middle Langley 1.8 mi 6.1
South Whidbey High School Langley 1.8 mi 7.6
South Whidbey Academy Langley 1.8 mi 3.8
South Whidbey Special Services Langley 2.0 mi
ISLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Langley 2.4 mi 6.5
South Whidbey Elementary Langley 2.4 mi 5.8
Mukilteo Elementary Mukilteo 5.7 mi 8.2
Olympic View Middle School Mukilteo 5.9 mi 6.8
Columbia Elementary Mukilteo 7.1 mi 6.6
Kamiak High School Mukilteo 7.2 mi 5.8
Harbour Pointe Middle School Mukilteo 7.2 mi 6.3
Endeavour Elementary Mukilteo 7.8 mi 7.4
Picnic Point Elementary Edmonds 8.5 mi 8.2
NORTHSHORE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Everett 6.9 mi 5.1
Serene Lake Elementary Edmonds 8.9 mi 6.9
ECEAP Mukilteo 8.7 mi 5.3
MUKILTEO ACADEMY Mukilteo 8.8 mi
Meadowdale Elementary Lynnwood 9.9 mi 6.1
Meadowdale Middle School Lynnwood 10.0 mi 6.7
Fairmount Elementary Everett 8.6 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,941

Median Home Value

$611,000

Median Rent

$1,542/mo

Population

7,052

College Educated

47.3%

Homeownership

84.2%

Avg Commute

40.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

50.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Whidbey Island Waldorf School

What grades does Whidbey Island Waldorf School serve?

Whidbey Island Waldorf School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Whidbey Island Waldorf School?

Whidbey Island Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 92 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Whidbey Island Waldorf School?

The student-teacher ratio at Whidbey Island Waldorf School is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Whidbey Island Waldorf School rank in WA?

Whidbey Island Waldorf School ranks #317 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is Whidbey Island Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?

Whidbey Island Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Whidbey Island Waldorf School a private school?

Yes, Whidbey Island 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 Whidbey Island Waldorf School a religious school?

No, Whidbey Island Waldorf School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
1 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
92
Gender Split
39% M / 61% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
169 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Island County

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