Our exceptional college preparatory curriculum develops strong, creative thinkers.
The Rudolf Steiner High School of Ann Arbor (RSHS) curriculum exceeds the requirements of the Michigan Merit Curriculum in all areas.
Every one of our students graduates with a full and balanced credit load of five years of laboratory science, four years of mathematics and English, three years of history and social sciences and four years of art, music, choir and world language.
The depth and breadth of their studies during high school leaves students uniquely prepared for the challenges of university work.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Yearly Tuition: $31,700
- Average class size: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School News
- A Culmination of an Inspired Education - 01/01/2023RSSAA was profiled in the Crazy Wisdom Journal
- Class Gifts - 06/24/2022Our school was profiled in the Ann Arbor Observer in June 2022
Top Rankings
Rudolf Steiner High School of Ann Arbor ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
ACT Score
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1980
Student Body
Total Students
120 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
30 students
Average SAT score
1250
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
26
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$31,700
Tuition Notes
Need-based flexible tuition available. Please visit www.steinerschool.org for information.
% on Financial Aid
30%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
15 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Bee Club, Community Service Club, Create A Club Based on Your Interest, Creative Writing Club, Debate Club, Gardening Club, Improv Club, Model United Nations (MUN), Robotics Team, Yearbook Committee
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir, Drama, Steel Drums
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Hiking Club
Bee Club, Community Service Club, Create A Club Based on Your Interest, Creative Writing Club, Debate Club, Gardening Club, Improv Club, Model United Nations (MUN), Robotics Team, Yearbook Committee
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir, Drama, Steel Drums
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Hiking Club
School Notes
- Waldorf education is the fastest-growing non-denominational educational movement in the world. There are Waldorf schools on every continent. Waldorf education works in the suburbs of Stockholm; the thriving cities of Brazil; the townships of South Africa; and in the ancient cities of Japan. It works here in Ann Arbor, too.Waldorf education works because it is based on profound insight into the needs and capacities of young children, elementary pupils, and high school students. Founded in 1919, Waldorf schools today seem more contemporary than ever. Theme-based education, block scheduling, teaching to different learning styles, moral education, and `looping` have all been part of the Waldorf curriculum since the first school was founded.Our kindergartens give young children the opportunity to work joyfully and play imaginatively within a secure and beautiful environment. Our loving, experienced teachers know the importance of rich sensory experiences, walks in nature, hard work, and joyful festivals.Grades teachers move with their classes through at least Grade 5. They come to know their students intimately, and they are able to unify the entire academic curriculum. In addition, special subject teachers introduce the children to a wide array of disciplines: Spanish, German, orchestra, woodworking, handwork, eurythmy, singing, physical education, and the arts. Academic concepts are presented through stories, drama, music, and movement. This kind of artistic presentation reaches children with many different learning styles.High school students need academic rigor, opportunities for self-expression, and a community. Every student studies nearly every subject, all of which are taught by specialists. Students discover new capacities and talents within themselves; their self-confidence allows them to relate to their teachers and to each other in an open, tolerant environment.Professors who have taught Waldorf students across many academic disciplines and across a wide range of campuses-from State Universities to Ivy League-note that Waldorf graduates have the ability to integrate thinking; to assimilate information as opposed to memorizing isolated facts; to be flexible, creative and willing to take intellectual risks; and are leaders with high ethical and moral standards who take initiative and are passionate to reach their goals. Waldorf graduates are highly sought after in higher education.At the Rudolf Steiner School of Ann Arbor computers are not part of the early grades curriculum, although mechanical technology and the practical arts are incorporated at all levels. During the middle school years students are introduced to appropriate technology, including computers and the internet, and an after-school robotics club is offered. In high school, computers are used in the classroom as teaching tools across disciplines and computer-specific courses, including coding, are taught. All high school students utilize computers at home for research, to aid in their schoolwork and for in-class or school-wide presentations. For more information and resources, visithttps://www.steinerschool.org/about-us/waldorf-education.cfm
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Rudolf Steiner High School of Ann Arbor cost?
Rudolf Steiner High School of Ann Arbor's tuition is approximately $31,700 for private students.
What schools are Rudolf Steiner High School of Ann Arbor often compared to?
Rudolf Steiner High School of Ann Arbor is often viewed alongside schools like Greenhills School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Rudolf Steiner High School of Ann Arbor offer?
Rudolf Steiner High School of Ann Arbor offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Golf, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball. Rudolf Steiner High School of Ann Arbor is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for most sports offered.
What is Rudolf Steiner High School of Ann Arbor's ranking?
Rudolf Steiner High School of Ann Arbor ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Highest average ACT score, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Rudolf Steiner High School of Ann Arbor?
The application deadline for Rudolf Steiner High School of Ann Arbor is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Rudolf Steiner High School of Ann Arbor located?
Rudolf Steiner High School of Ann Arbor is located in the Northside neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI. There are 2 other private schools located in Northside.
School Calendar
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Hiking Club Spring Break Trip
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
NO SCHOOL PreK-11 - Spring Break
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Hiking Club Spring Break Trip
April 01, 2025 (Tuesday)
NO SCHOOL PreK-11 - Spring Break
April 01, 2025 (Tuesday)
Hiking Club Spring Break Trip
April 02, 2025 (Wednesday)
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School Reviews
5 10/27/2023
Our family has been at RSSAA for 12 years now, from kindergarten into high school. My kids have always been excited to learn and are passionate about subjects in a way that I don't see in other kids their age. The early grades are magical, gradually moving into a more intellectual space, leading to an academically rigorous high school experience. No matter the grade, though, there is a warmth in the way the kids are held and supported. The school is so welcoming and actively looks for ways to involve families and create community. I feel my entire family is welcomed, seen, and held within the RSSAA community.
5 3/16/2021
Fantastic school, excellent teachers, caring administrators. Highly qualified leadership at this school. Our children have prospered. Great friendships made.
5 1/27/2021
This education has been excellent for my two kids. They are confident in what they've learned, sure of themselves as individuals and, most important to me, they are curious and interested in continuing to learn. They didn't get burned out on school (though, of course, they had their moments of not wanting to go, not liking a teacher, etc.). I think because all the students are expected to participate in the full curriculum, not just choose the things that interest them at that point in their lives. It really introduced them to things they wouldn't have chosen for themselves but that they found interesting, discovered they were good at and some they loved!
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