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Rudolf Steiner School

15 E 79th St
New York, NY 10075
The Rudolf Steiner School, the first Waldorf school in North America, is a vibrant community of students, parents, faculty, and staff.
With a history spanning more than nine decades, our approach to education is vital to life, work, and creativity in the 21st century because we remain dedicated to an enduring goal: to inspire our children to be students, thinkers, and creators.
We serve children from age 2 in our Parent Child Program through 12th Grade.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 299 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $54,000
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1928

Student Body

Total Students
299 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
41%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
10%
Average Class Size
22 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Dec. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
25%
Admissions Director
Jenny Rozenblit
Admissions Associate
Lynelba Wehbe
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
15 East (Newspaper)GLOW
Literary and Art MagazineSIDER: Student Initiative for Diversity and Equal Rights
Social InclusionStudent Union
Venus: Gender IssuesYearbook


Arts and Music Programs:
A Cappella ChoirDrama Club

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Rudolf Steiner School cost?
Rudolf Steiner School's tuition is approximately $54,000 for private students.
What schools are Rudolf Steiner School often compared to?
Rudolf Steiner School is often viewed alongside schools like Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School, Dalton School, Trevor Day School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Rudolf Steiner School offer?
Rudolf Steiner School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Rudolf Steiner School?
The application deadline for Rudolf Steiner School is Dec. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Calendar

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Date
Labor Day | School Closed
September 07, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of School Grades 1 - 12
September 08, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of EC Classes | Noon Dismissal for Nursery and KG
September 09, 2026 (Wednesday)
Rosh Hashanah | School Closed
September 11, 2026 (Friday)
Yom Kippur | School Closed
September 21, 2026 (Monday)

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 299 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $54,000
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in New York, NY is $46,365 for elementary schools and $48,724 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in New York, NY is 57% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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