Detroit Waldorf School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MI School
School Type: Alternative School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 244 students
Yearly Tuition: $13,550
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 21 students
Application Deadline: Oct. 1 / Mar. 1 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Detroit Waldorf School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:

School Facts

School Type

Alternative School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Detroit Waldorf School
Pre-K	42
Kind	30
1	28
2	21
3	20
4	20
5	25
6	24
7	17
8	17

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Year Founded

1966

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

244 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

39%

State avg.: 19%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

20 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

90%

Average Class Size

21 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

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List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA)
Waldorf Early Childhood Association of North America (WECAN)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Oct. 1 / Mar. 1 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$13,550

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Tuition Notes

We have an Accessible Tuition program that allows us to make adjustments based on economic need.

% on Financial Aid

45%

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Charis Calender-Suemnick

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

10 sports

Sports

ArcheryBaseball

BasketballDance

Field HockeyFlag Football

GymnasticsSoccer

SoftballVolleyball

School Notes

The Detroit Waldorf School offers a developmentally appropriate, balanced approach to education that skillfully integrates the arts and academics for children from preschool through eighth grade. Waldorf teachers blend creative activities with scientific and intellectual study to create a balance between the sciences, humanities and arts.
The curriculum includes two world languages, fine and practical arts, music, rigorous academics and physical education.

The Detroit Waldorf School offers a developmentally appropriate, balanced approach to education that skillfully integrates the arts and academics for children from preschool through eighth grade. This unique educational philosophy encourages a lifelong love of learning. The Waldorf model was developed in 1919 by Rudolf Steiner. Today, it is one of the fastest growing educational movements in the United States.The goal of Waldorf education is to enable students to realize their unique potential and meet the challenges of the changing world we live in. Waldorf teachers blend creative activities with scientific and intellectual study to create a balance between the sciences, humanities and arts. The curriculum includes two world languages, fine and practical arts, music, and physical education.Young students develop a strong foundation for academic learning and creative thinking through a play-based curriculum. Older students are met with an academically rigorous program that prepares them for creative, critical thinking and individual initiative beyond high school.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Detroit Waldorf School cost?

Detroit Waldorf School's tuition is approximately $13,550 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Detroit Waldorf School?

The acceptance rate of Detroit Waldorf School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 88%.

What sports does Detroit Waldorf School offer?

Detroit Waldorf School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Dance, Field Hockey, Flag Football, Gymnastics, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.

What is Detroit Waldorf School's ranking?

Detroit Waldorf School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Highest percentage of students of color and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for Detroit Waldorf School?

The application deadline for Detroit Waldorf School is Oct. 1 / Mar. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Oct. 1 / Mar. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Detroit Waldorf School located?

Detroit Waldorf School is located in the Indian Village neighborhood of Detroit, MI.

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The average private school tuition in Detroit, MI is $7,349 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).