Urban Prairie Waldorf School

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 129 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $16,500
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Urban Prairie Waldorf School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
2009
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
129 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Urban Prairie Waldorf School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
We offer Variable Tuition - tuition based on your financial picture.
Admissions Director
Jennifer Zielinski

School Notes

  • Our experiential pre-K through 8th-grade education prepares your child to succeed at school and in life. We encourage our students' innate love of learning through an arts-integrated curriculum. Our graduates are independent thinkers who take an interest in the world around them and innovate for a better future. The journey through the Waldorf grades will transform your child. We invite you to take the first step and contact us for a tour.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Urban Prairie Waldorf School cost?
Urban Prairie Waldorf School's tuition is approximately $16,500 for private students.
Does Urban Prairie Waldorf School offer a summer program?
Yes, Urban Prairie Waldorf School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Urban Prairie Waldorf School's ranking?
Urban Prairie Waldorf School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Urban Prairie Waldorf School?
The application deadline for Urban Prairie Waldorf School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Urban Prairie Waldorf School located?
Urban Prairie Waldorf School is located in the Near West Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 7 other private schools located in Near West Side.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked IL School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 129 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $16,500
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $10,907 for elementary schools and $18,812 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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