Very Good

#163 of 571 private schools in WI

Top 28% of private schools

Tamarack Waldorf School

Elementary School

1150 E BRADY ST, Milwaukee, WI 53202

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

206

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

206

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#163 of 571

In Milwaukee

#22 of 74

public schools

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About Tamarack Waldorf School

Tamarack Waldorf School is a private elementary school in Milwaukee, WI. Tamarack Waldorf School serves approximately 206 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Tamarack Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #163 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Tamarack Waldorf School show 28% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares0.3 pts above WI schools

7.1

This school 7.1 · Very Good
WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Tamarack 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.

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How Tamarack Waldorf School compares to 145 public schools serving similar grades in Milwaukee, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.1:1

This School

21.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

206

This School

407

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.1

This School

5.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 54.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 24.8% vs 0%

Black 18.4% vs 0%

Asian 0.5% vs 0%

Tamarack Waldorf School Milwaukee Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Tamarack Waldorf School (this school)	—	206	11.1:1	7.1
Cass Street Elementary	0.3 mi	281	15.6:1	3.9
Lincoln Middle	0.4 mi	308	14.7:1	4.9
Carver Academy	0.7 mi	297	18.6:1	5.1
Holmes Elementary	0.9 mi	289	15.2:1	4.8
Golda Meir School	0.9 mi	1,211	19.2:1	5.8
Maryland Montessori	1.0 mi	515	23.4:1	6.8
Riverwest Elementary	1.1 mi	275	18.3:1	3.2
Roosevelt Middle	1.2 mi	225	13.2:1	5.7
King International Baccalaureate Middle	1.3 mi	210	13.1:1	6.6
Elm Creative Arts Elementary	1.3 mi	319	17.7:1	3.3
Grant Gordon Learning Center	1.5 mi	46	9.2:1	5.2
Milwaukee County Youth Education Center	1.5 mi	22	5.5:1	—
Gaenslen Elementary	1.5 mi	677	13.3:1	3.5
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- Lloyd Street	1.6 mi	477	95.4:1	7.0
Wisconsin Conservatory of Lifelong Learning	1.7 mi	431	26.9:1	2.5
Siefert Elementary	1.7 mi	216	19.6:1	4.9
Fratney Elementary	1.7 mi	474	19:1	3.9
Milwaukee College Preparatory School: Lola Rowe North Campus	1.7 mi	509	127.2:1	7.0
Hartford Avenue Elementary	1.8 mi	380	22.4:1	2.8
King Jr Elementary	2.0 mi	298	21.3:1	5.4

Showing 20 of 145 schools. View all schools in Milwaukee

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 WI.

Classroom Attention

B+ 6.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.1:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 3.7 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,176

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 59%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 206

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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 WI

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.8% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

46.0% (2025 FORWARD)

ELA Proficiency 73.7% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

46.7% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 6 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 54.9%

Hispanic 24.8%

Black 18.4%

Native American 1.5%

Asian 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1150 E BRADY ST, Milwaukee, WI 53202

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tamarack Waldorf School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PHILIPS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Maryland Montessori (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST MARCUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Cass Street Elementary Milwaukee	0.3 mi	281	3.9
Lincoln Middle Milwaukee	0.4 mi	308	4.9
ST JOAN ANTIDA HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee	0.5 mi	193	7.1
Carver Academy Milwaukee	0.7 mi	297	5.1
ST MARCUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee	0.8 mi	852	5.7
Holmes Elementary Milwaukee	0.9 mi	289	4.8
Riverwest Elementary Milwaukee	1.1 mi	275	3.2
Maryland Montessori Milwaukee	1.0 mi	515	6.8
Golda Meir School Milwaukee	0.9 mi	1,211	5.8
Riverside High Milwaukee	1.3 mi	1,162	3.7
CLARA MOHAMMED SCHOOL INC. Milwaukee	1.1 mi	141	8.8
King International Baccalaureate Middle Milwaukee	1.3 mi	210	6.6
ST PHILIPS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee	1.5 mi	88	7.2
Tenor High Milwaukee	1.2 mi	627	6.1
Gaenslen Elementary Milwaukee	1.5 mi	677	3.5
Roosevelt Middle Milwaukee	1.2 mi	225	5.7
Fratney Elementary Milwaukee	1.7 mi	474	3.9
Alliance School of Milwaukee Milwaukee	1.3 mi	155	4.8
Elm Creative Arts Elementary Milwaukee	1.3 mi	319	3.3
MALAIKA EARLY LEARNING CENTER Milwaukee	1.7 mi	55	4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,482

Median Home Value

$298,000

Median Rent

$1,234/mo

Population

26,269

College Educated

65.9%

Homeownership

20.9%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.5%

Median Age

32.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Appleton Public Montessori Grand Chute, WI	153	7.1
Darien Elementary Delavan, WI	239	7.1
Necedah Elementary Necedah, WI	265	7.1
ST JOHN NEPOMUCENE SCHOOL Little Chute, WI	157	7.1
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI	128	7.1
Whittier Elementary Milwaukee, WI	142	7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tamarack Waldorf School

What grades does Tamarack Waldorf School serve?

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

How many students attend Tamarack Waldorf School?

Tamarack Waldorf School has an enrollment of approximately 206 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tamarack Waldorf School?

The student-teacher ratio at Tamarack Waldorf School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Tamarack Waldorf School rank in WI?

Tamarack Waldorf School ranks #163 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Tamarack Waldorf School's MySchoolScout rating?

Tamarack Waldorf School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Tamarack Waldorf School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tamarack Waldorf School has 28% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is Tamarack Waldorf School a private school?

Yes, Tamarack 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 Tamarack Waldorf School a religious school?

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

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Transit Score: 58 Good Transit
Bike Score: 92 Biker’s Paradise

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 206
Gender Split: 48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 19
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 168 days
Setting: Large City
County: Milwaukee County
Phone: (414) 277-0009

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