Waldorf School–peninsula in Mountain View, California, serves 134 students in grades 6 through 12 within a small city community setting.
Founded in 1984, this nonsectarian California private school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with 21 teachers on staff.
The school offers 15 Advanced Placement (AP) courses to support secondary academic development.
Annual tuition for the coeducational school is $35,000, slightly above the Mountain View high school average of $33,127.
Approximately 41% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting moderate diversity within the Mountain View area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Yearly Tuition: $35,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
1984
Student Body
Total Students
134 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
41%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$35,000
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Awakening individuality and creating a truly human world
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Waldorf School-peninsula cost?
Waldorf School-peninsula's tuition is approximately $35,000 for private students.
What schools are Waldorf School-peninsula often compared to?
Waldorf School-peninsula is often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Waldorf School-peninsula?
The application deadline for Waldorf School-peninsula is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Waldorf School-peninsula located?
Waldorf School-peninsula is located in the Monta Loma neighborhood of Mountain View, CA.
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Waldorf School-peninsula vs. Mountain View Academy
The nearest high school to Waldorf School-peninsula is Khan Lab School (0.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is 9 Fruits Learning Center (0.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School (0.7 miles away)
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Quick Facts
9 Fruits Learning Center
Special Program Emphasis
2484 Old Middle Field Way
Mountain View, CA 94043
(650) 962-1900
Mountain View, CA 94043
(650) 962-1900
0.7 miles
Gr: K-6 | 208 students
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Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 494-4404
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 494-4404
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 335 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Daycare / Preschool
2065 W. El Camino
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 967-4430
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 967-4430
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 109 students Avg. class size: 12 students
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Montessori School
2246 W El Camino Real
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 422-1224
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 422-1224
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 60 students Tuition listed
525 San Antonio Av
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 543-4560
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 543-4560
0.8 miles
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