The Rudolf Steiner School, the first Waldorf school in North America, is a vibrant community of students, parents, faculty, and staff.
With a history spanning more than nine decades, our approach to education is vital to life, work, and creativity in the 21st century because we remain dedicated to an enduring goal: to inspire our children to be students, thinkers, and creators.
We serve children from age 2 in our Parent Child Program through 12th Grade.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Yearly Tuition: $54,000
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1928
Student Body
Total Students
299 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
41%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
10%
Average Class Size
22 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$54,000
% on Financial Aid
25%
Admissions Director
Jenny Rozenblit
Admissions Associate
Lynelba Wehbe
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
15 East (Newspaper)GLOW
Literary and Art MagazineSIDER: Student Initiative for Diversity and Equal Rights
Social InclusionStudent Union
Venus: Gender IssuesYearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
A Cappella ChoirDrama Club
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Rudolf Steiner School cost?
Rudolf Steiner School's tuition is approximately $54,000 for private students.
What schools are Rudolf Steiner School often compared to?
Rudolf Steiner School is often viewed alongside schools like Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School, Dalton School, Trevor Day School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Rudolf Steiner School offer?
Rudolf Steiner School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Rudolf Steiner School?
The application deadline for Rudolf Steiner School is Dec. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of EC Aftercare
June 09, 2026 (Tuesday)
EC: Last day of school - Noon Dismissal
June 10, 2026 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School
June 12, 2026 (Friday)
Juneteenth | School Closed
June 19, 2026 (Friday)
Labor Day | School Closed
September 07, 2026 (Monday)
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The nearest high school to Rudolf Steiner School is Ramaz Upper School (0.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is The Hewitt School (0.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Marymount School Of New York (0.2 miles away)
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5 W 93rd St
New York, NY 10025
(212) 749-6200
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(212) 426-3360
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