Published
April 15, 2013
Here are a dozen or so girls' schools' public thoughts about themselves and their missions.
School Overview: |
Walden Center & School
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| School Type | School with Special Program Emphasis | |
| School Membership(s) | National Association for the Education of Young Children | |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Kindergarten - 6 | |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes | |
| Learning Programs Supported | Classroom teachers modify program strategies to support mild learning differences with the support of a Learning Specialist. | |
| Year Founded | 1958 | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 72 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
| % Students of Color | 25% (CA School Avg.: 43%) | |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 9 teachers | |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 8:1 (National school avg.: 13:1) | |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 90% | |
| Average Class Size | 10 students | |
| Classroom dress code | Casual | |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 3 / rolling | |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $12,970 | |
| Tuition Notes | Payable in 8 installments: a 3 month deposit and $1,297 per month Aug - Feb. | |
| % on Financial Aid | 50% | |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $4,601 | |
| Acceptance Rate | 75% | |
| Admissions Director | Caroline Schnieders | |
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