Cedarwood Waldorf School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked OR School
School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 248 students
Yearly Tuition: $20,325
Acceptance rate: 85%
Average class size: 24 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 15 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Cedarwood Waldorf School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Waldorf Schools of North America
Waldorf Early Childhood Association of North America
NWAIS (Northwest Association of Independent Schools)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Cedarwood Waldorf School
Pre-K	26
Kind	43
1	17
2	16
3	19
4	28
5	24
6	24
7	25
8	26

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Year Founded

1997

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

248 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 26%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

36 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

24 students

List of Courses Offered

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Feb. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$20,325

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Tuition Notes

Early childhood tuition ranges from $14,850-23,350 depending on half, full or extended day program. Grades 1-8 tuition is $20,325 for the 24-25 school year

Summer Program Cost

$525

Summer Program Cost Notes

Summer camps cost $525 per week

% on Financial Aid

30%

Acceptance Rate

85%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Erin Cooley - Enrollment Director

Sports

Total Sports Offered

2 sports

Sports

BasketballUltimate Frisbee

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

8 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Games ClubGSA

Lego RoboticsService or Social Justice Club

Spanish Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Middle School Ensemble

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Circus ClubTumbling

School Notes

Cedarwood Waldorf School is a warm and vibrant community of committed teachers and parents dedicated to the physical, emotional, spiritual, and intellectual development of children. Established in 1997, Cedarwood offers pre-kindergarten through 8th grade and a full array of subject classes, including music, Spanish, Japanese, movement, eurythmy, Cyber Civics, handwork and woodworking.
Cedarwood is located in Portland, Oregon, just south of downtown at 3030 SW Second Avenue in the historic Neighborhood House, across the street from Lair Hill Park.
Waldorf education cultivates social and emotional intelligence and academic excellence, creating a strong foundation for the whole child

Cedarwood Waldorf School is a warm and vibrant community of committed teachers and parents dedicated to the physical, emotional, spiritual, and intellectual development of children. Established in 1997, Cedarwood now offers pre-kindergarten through 8th grade and a full array of subject classes, including music, Spanish, Japanese, movement, eurythmy, handwork and woodworking. Academic lessons integrate artistic activities on a daily basis. Cedarwood is located in Portland, Oregon, just south of downtown at 3030 SW Second Avenue in the historic Neighborhood House, across the street from Lair Hill Park.
Cedarwood School Brings Waldorf Education to life and strives to instill a love for learning. Our curriculum weaves together the arts, academics and movement, with a reverence for the developing child. We nurture our children's spirituality, cultivate their ability to think imaginatively and inspire them to seek the truth.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cedarwood Waldorf School cost?

Cedarwood Waldorf School's tuition is approximately $20,325 for private students and $525 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of Cedarwood Waldorf School?

The acceptance rate of Cedarwood Waldorf School is 85%, which is equal to the national average of 85%.

Does Cedarwood Waldorf School offer a summer program?

Yes, Cedarwood Waldorf School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Cedarwood Waldorf School offer?

Cedarwood Waldorf School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Ultimate Frisbee.

What is Cedarwood Waldorf School's ranking?

Cedarwood Waldorf School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Cedarwood Waldorf School?

The application deadline for Cedarwood Waldorf School is Feb. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Cedarwood Waldorf School located?

Cedarwood Waldorf School is located in the Southwest Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 24 other private schools located in Southwest Portland.

School Reviews

5 1/17/2023

The school now has typical attributes of the Woke educational organization - Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee (the school calls it DEIJ with "J" for Justice), the school organized a faculty-lead GSA Club (Gay-Straight Alliance) where children are being educated on LGBTQQIP2SAA+ topic and instructed how to promote it further. Woke activists and their supporters hold the key positions - DEIJ Committee is Woke by design, Woke activist teachers and parents are on the Board of Trustees, and the school Administration is in full support of the new direction.

- Posted by Parent - Albert F.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Portland, OR is $13,883 for elementary schools and $17,569 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Portland, OR is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).