The difference is extraordinary Visit a classroom and you'll see students who strive for more than just the right answer, students who create beautiful, impeccable work, who try their hand at everything.
Meet a graduate and you know someone who is determined to make an impact on the world.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Yearly Tuition: $16,300
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
San Francisco Waldorf School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
419 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
45%
Average Class Size
22 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$16,300
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by grade and program
% on Financial Aid
40%
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Jessica Eicher
Admissions Associate
Zerreen Kazi
Application URL
Endowment Size
$3.5 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Black Student Union, Chess Club, Gender and Sexuality Alliance, Math Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Circus Arts After-School Program, Eurythmy Troupe
Black Student Union, Chess Club, Gender and Sexuality Alliance, Math Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Circus Arts After-School Program, Eurythmy Troupe
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolverine
- Like no other school, we offer an education that is both creative and rigorous. We teach the right things at the right time, and help students discover the intersection of mathematics, humanities, and the natural world. Small by design, we believe that learning is most powerful when people connect. Above all, we look for the unique spark in each individual.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does San Francisco Waldorf School cost?
San Francisco Waldorf School's tuition is approximately $16,300 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of San Francisco Waldorf School?
The acceptance rate of San Francisco Waldorf School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
What sports does San Francisco Waldorf School offer?
San Francisco Waldorf School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is San Francisco Waldorf School's ranking?
San Francisco Waldorf School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for San Francisco Waldorf School?
The application deadline for San Francisco Waldorf School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is San Francisco Waldorf School located?
San Francisco Waldorf School is located in the Pacific Heights neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 6 other private schools located in Pacific Heights.
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School Reviews
5 9/4/2019
I want to give the child parents program 10 stars if I could, Diana Mei is an angel,is an inspirational human being my daughter adore her and we all enjoyed and learned in each class,Highly recommended.
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