Waldorf School Orange County (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Serving children from 18 months through 18 years, Waldorf School Orange County offers an education rooted in child development.
Our curriculum brings together rigorous academics, artistic expression and practical experiences to nurture curiosity, creativity, critical thinking and a lasting love of learning.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked CA School
School Type: Waldorf School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 466 students
Yearly Tuition: $18,500
Average class size: 25 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Waldorf School Orange County ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

School Type

Waldorf School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Waldorf School Orange County
Nursery	20
Pre-K	26
Kind	36
1	28
2	28
3	28
4	28
5	28
6	28
7	28
8	28
9	25
10	25
11	25
12	25
Ungraded	60

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Grade Not Listed highest at 60 students are in Grade Not Listed, above kindergarten at 36 and every listed grade from 20 to 28.

Year Founded

1988

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Campus Size

10 acres

School Motto

Nurturing the Whole Child

Student Body

Total Students

466 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

33%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

33 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

25 students

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$18,500

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Tuition Notes

Tuition range from Nursery through grade 12 is $6,300 - $27,600

Summer Program Cost Notes

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% on Financial Aid

32%

College Acceptance Rate

98%

Admissions Director

Maureen McDermott

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

7 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

SoccerSurf Team

TennisTrack and Field

Volleyball

School Mascot

Wildcats

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

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Cooking ClubDrama Club

Student CouncilWellness Club

Yearbook Club

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Choir and BandOrchestra

School Notes

We meet students where they are at each stage of development, encouraging growing independence, initiative and confidence.
Students learn through thinking, feeling and doing, developing their intellectual, social, emotional and physical capacities.
Through meaningful relationships and a deepening understanding of the world, students discover their strengths and develop a sense of purpose.

Discover Waldorf Education
Early Childhood through High School
Waldorf School of Orange County (WSOC) invites you to explore the Waldorf curriculum from early childhood through high school. Our mission is to provide a comprehensive education that engages the child cognitively, actively and emotionally. We recognize and welcome the unique gifts brought by each child we serve, encourage independent thinking and imagination, and foster a life-long love of learning.
Based upon the teachings and insights of Rudolf Steiner, our age-appropriate curriculum fully integrates the disciplines of the humanities, science and math, movement, and the arts into a strong academic program. Within our school community and in our classrooms, our goal is to engage the mind, fire the imagination, and strengthen the will as students develop with initiative, creativity, and the skills to enter responsibly into an ever changing local and global community.
WSOC has been helping families raise well-balanced, multi faceted and accomplished young people since 1988. Waldorf education is the fastest growing, nondenominational independent school system in the world, now with almost 1000 schools worldwide.Our outstanding and dedicated faculty has led WSOC to become one of the most respected and successful Waldorf schools in North America.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Waldorf School Orange County cost?

Waldorf School Orange County's tuition is approximately $18,500 for private students.

Does Waldorf School Orange County offer a summer program?

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

What sports does Waldorf School Orange County offer?

Waldorf School Orange County offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Surf Team, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Waldorf School Orange County's ranking?

Waldorf School Orange County ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Waldorf School Orange County?

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

In what neighborhood is Waldorf School Orange County located?

Waldorf School Orange County is located in the Mesa Verde neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Mesa Verde.

School Reviews

5 3/6/2020

I could not be happier with the education that my children have received at this school. The progressive educational philosophy meets them where they are and inspires them to keep learning well beyond what is required in the classroom. They learn to love learning. What could be better than that?!

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The average private school tuition in Costa Mesa, CA is $13,401 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).