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San Francisco Waldorf School

The difference is extraordinary Visit a classroom and you'll see students who strive for more than just the right answer, students who create beautiful, impeccable work, who try their hand at everything.
Meet a graduate and you know someone who is determined to make an impact on the world.

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San Francisco Waldorf School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

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School Overview

Student Body

Total Students
419 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 50%
Students by Grade
San Francisco Waldorf School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
45%
Average Class Size
22 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by grade and program
% on Financial Aid
40%
Admissions Director
Jessica Eicher
Admissions Associate
Zerreen Kazi
Endowment Size
$3.5 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Black Student Union, Chess Club, Gender and Sexuality Alliance, Math Club

Arts and Music Programs:
Circus Arts After-School Program, Eurythmy Troupe

School Notes

  • Like no other school, we offer an education that is both creative and rigorous. We teach the right things at the right time, and help students discover the intersection of mathematics, humanities, and the natural world. Small by design, we believe that learning is most powerful when people connect. Above all, we look for the unique spark in each individual.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does San Francisco Waldorf School cost?
San Francisco Waldorf School's tuition is approximately $16,300 for private students.
What sports does San Francisco Waldorf School offer?
San Francisco Waldorf School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is San Francisco Waldorf School's ranking?
San Francisco Waldorf School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for San Francisco Waldorf School?
The application deadline for San Francisco Waldorf School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is San Francisco Waldorf School located?
San Francisco Waldorf School is located in the Pacific Heights neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 7 other private schools located in Pacific Heights.

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The average private school tuition in San Francisco, CA is $24,510 for elementary schools and $35,219 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in San Francisco, CA is 66% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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