Austin Waldorf School

8700 South View Road Austin, TX 78737
austinwaldorf.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked TX School
  • School Type: Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 421 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $22,000
  • Average class size: 28 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
Austin Waldorf School Photo #1 - Grade Two Classroom
Austin Waldorf School Photo #2 - Welcome to the Austin Waldorf School
Austin Waldorf School Photo #3 - The Performing Arts Center and Gymnasium
Austin Waldorf School Photo #4 - The Performing Arts Center

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked TX School
  • School Type: Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 421 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $22,000
  • Average class size: 28 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

Austin Waldorf School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
Campus Size
33 acres

Student Body

Total Students
421 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 42%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
28 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
List of Courses Offered

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Please visit the website to view the tuition and fee schedule.
% on Financial Aid
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,000
Admissions Director
Kim Rector
Admissions Associate
Sarah Jones
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Sports

Total Sports Offered
8 sports
School Mascot
Roadrunner

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Student Newspaper


Club or Organization:
After school music enrichment (Jazz Ensemble and Chamber Music)Robotics

School Notes

  • The Austin Waldorf School, celebrating 43 years of educational excellence, is nestled on 32 acres in the Texas Hill Country, and serves children kindergarten through grade twelve.
  • Through a developmentally appropriate curriculum, Waldorf education offers a rich academic program inspired and enlivened by artistic and practical disciplines.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Austin Waldorf School cost?
Austin Waldorf School's tuition is approximately $22,000 for private students.
What sports does Austin Waldorf School offer?
Austin Waldorf School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Austin Waldorf School's ranking?
Austin Waldorf School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Austin Waldorf School?
The application deadline for Austin Waldorf School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Austin Waldorf School located?
Austin Waldorf School is located in the West Oak Hill neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 2 other private schools located in West Oak Hill.

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