Waldorf School鈥損eninsula 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鈥搕eacher 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.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
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.
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Popular comparisons: Waldorf School-peninsula vs. Mountain View Academy
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The nearest preschool is Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School (0.7 miles away)
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(650) 422-1224
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Mountain View, CA 94041
(650) 489-0071
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(650) 646-1066
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 646-1066
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Mountain View, CA 94041
(650) 967-2324
Mountain View, CA 94041
(650) 967-2324
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2462 Wyandotte Street
Mountain View, CA 94043
(650) 493-7071
Mountain View, CA 94043
(650) 493-7071
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909 N San Antonio Rd
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Miles
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
450 San Antonio Road
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 494-4404
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 494-4404
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 365 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
525 San Antonio Ave
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 543-4560
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 543-4560
0.8 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 72 students Avg. class size: 6 students Tuition listed
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(650) 520-3513
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 520-3513
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Gr: PK-1 | 34 students Tuition listed
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Mountain View, CA 94041
(650) 489-0071
Mountain View, CA 94041
(650) 489-0071
0.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 286 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Miles
Quick Facts
450 San Antonio Road
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 494-4404
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 494-4404
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 365 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
Mountain View-los Altos Montessori Childrens Center
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Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 422-1224
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 422-1224
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Gr: PK-K | 60 students Tuition listed
457 College Ave.
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(650) 520-3513
Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 520-3513
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Childrens Learning Cottage
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Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 564-9906
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
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Rank:
8/
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460 Thompson Ave.
Mountain View, CA 94043
(650) 903-6915
Mountain View, CA 94043
(650) 903-6915
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Gr: K-5 | 298 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
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9/
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505 Escuela Ave.
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 526-3575
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 526-3575
0.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 366 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
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Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 526-3590
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 526-3590
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(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
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Rank:
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Mountain View, CA 94043
(650) 903-6925
Mountain View, CA 94043
(650) 903-6925
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(Math: 51% | Reading: 64%)
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(650) 903-6945
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