Prairie Hill Waldorf School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked WI School
School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Prekindergarten-7
Enrollment: 165 students
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Prairie Hill Waldorf School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Waldorf Schools of North America
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Waldorf Early Childhood Association of North America

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-7

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Prairie Hill Waldorf School
Nursery	20
Pre-K	12
Kind	41
1	14
2	18
3	12
4	8
5	8
6	8
7	8
8	16

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

To be discussed with parent

Year Founded

1986

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Campus Size

14 acres

Student Body

Total Students

165 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

40%

State avg.: 35%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

70%

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

No characters, large logos or writing so as to minimize distraction

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Varies, depending on age and number of days in attendance. Tuition Assistance available. Prairie Hill is now taking part in the WPCP, Wisconsin Parental Choice Program. Families may qualify for free tuition. Please call or visit website for specific costs.

Summer Program Cost Notes

We offer 10 weeks of Summer Garden, an outdoor play based camp for children ages 3-7.

% on Financial Aid

35%

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Elizabeth Torinus

Admissions Associate

Jeanne Ring

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

BasketballTrack and Field

Volleyball

School Notes

Prairie Hill Waldorf School is a vibrant educational community providing a rich academic, artistic, and practical educational experience that brings forth the full potential of each child.
The breadth and depth of a Prairie Hill education gives children a life of awakened abilities and a highly developed capacity for academic achievement, creativity, self-confidence, and self-discipline.
Our graduates are prepared for advanced classes in high school, carrying with them a strong foundation for adaptability, compassion, integrity, and the courage to seek out and act on what they believe to be right and true.
The Waldorf curriculum draws out the child's innate curiosity, independent judgment, and love of learning.

School Motto: 'Our highest endeavor must be to develop free human beings who are able of themselves to impart purpose and direction to their lives.' - RUDOLF STEINER

The core of the internationally acclaimed Waldorf philosophy is that every child has the right to develop his or her full human potential; to develop clear, creative thought and expression; balance and compassion in feeling; and conscience and initiative in action. Our curriculum upholds the highest principles of academic excellence, artistic experience, and craftsmanship in practical work, while addressing the gifts and talents of each student. For the young child, Prairie Hill Waldorf School offers a parent-child playgroup for ages 18 months to four years, Wondergarden for ages three to four, and Kindergarten. In Early Childhood, young children are nurtured in a homelike environment. Their days include time in nature, artistic activities, creative play with natural toys, stories, songs, and practical activities such as building, sewing, and cooking. The curriculum fosters the curiosity and joy of childhood and builds the self-confidence and pre-academic skills that become the foundation for formal learning in the grades. In Grades 1-8, Prairie Hill's dedicated faculty brings a broad-based curriculum to life through innovative teaching that weaves hands-on experiences, singing, problem-solving, art, and movement. The result is children who not only learn deeply, but also love to learn"and carry that joy of learning into their adult lives. Core academic subjects are integrated with the arts (drama, painting, sculpture, dance, and music), active movement and handwork (from woodworking to knitting), and two foreign languages (German and Spanish). Students enhance multiple intelligences and life skills through a wealth of field trips, community service work, and class plays where every student in every grade has a part. Plus, there is plenty of outdoor time on our spacious campus, complete with gardens and chickens. Prairie Hill's rich festival life, from the Lantern Walk to Mayfaire grounds children in tradition and seasonal rhythms and offers parents a welcoming community from where they can learn, benefit, and grow. Prairie Hill Waldorf School is an independent, nonsectarian, nonprofit school serving children ages infant through Grade 8. We are a fully accredited school by both the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America and the North Central Association.We are located in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, just 30 minutes west of Milwaukee and 45 minutes east of Madison.

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What is the acceptance rate of Prairie Hill Waldorf School?

The acceptance rate of Prairie Hill Waldorf School is 90%, which is equal to the national average of 90%.

What sports does Prairie Hill Waldorf School offer?

Prairie Hill Waldorf School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Prairie Hill Waldorf School's ranking?

Prairie Hill Waldorf School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for Prairie Hill Waldorf School?

The application deadline for Prairie Hill Waldorf School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Waukesha County, WI is $9,081 for elementary schools and $18,204 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Waukesha County, WI is 93% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).