Lerner Jewish Community Day School (2026 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Nursery/Preschool-5
Enrollment: 199 students
Yearly Tuition: $18,000
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Southern Association of Independent Schools
Prizmah: Center for Jewish Day Schools

Religious Affiliation

Jewish

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-5

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Lerner Jewish Community Day School
Nursery	115
Pre-K	27
Kind	10
1	15
2	10
3	6
4	9
5	7

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Dual Language Immersion Program

Yes

Secondary Immersion Language

Other

Year Founded

1995

School Calendar

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Campus Size

8 acres

Student Body

Total Students

199 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 24%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

35 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

10%

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$18,000

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Tuition Notes

Elementary Tuition: $18,000 ECLC Tuition: $20,000 - $24,000 Early Childhood Tuition: $3,600-$12,350, depending on # of days and hours

Admissions Director

Elementary: Aliah Sturdavant

Admissions Associate

ECLC: Elisabeth Gerson

School Notes

Welcome to the Lerner Jewish Community Day School.
Established in 1995, The Lerner School sits on a beautiful 8 acre wooded campus in Durham, North Carolina, and serves about 200 children from throughout the Triangle area.
We offer an integrated and enriched General Studies and Judaic curriculum in our 5-star rated Early Childhood Division and our NAIS/SAIS Accredited Elementary Division.

School Motto: Educating Mensches One Child at a Time
School Mascot: Leo The Lion

Welcome to the Lerner Jewish Community Day School. Established in 1995, The Lerner School sits on a beautiful 8 acre wooded campus in Durham, North Carolina, and serves over 140 children from throughout the Triangle area. We offer an integrated and enriched General Studies and Judaic curriculum in our 5-star rated Early Childhood Division and our SACS/SAIS Accredited Elementary Division. Our school's mission is to educate "one child at a time." Our low 9-1 student-to- teacher ratio allows us to individualize instruction and challenge each student at his or her own level. Our community-oriented approach encourages students to work towards their highest potential in a hands-on, integrated learning environment. We teach our students to be successful, self-motivated and ethical members of our 21st century society. Our focus on "Seeing the World Through Jewish Eyes" helps to ensure that each student will cherish their Jewish identity while at the same time receive the very best education in the community. In fact, our students score on average in the 93rd percentile on standardized tests as compared to both public and private school students throughout the country. Our enrichment programs in Art, Music and Physical Education round out our students' education and enjoyment of their time at school. We believe that a Lerner School education is a gift that lasts a lifetime for your child. Please give us a call to set up a time to tour our school, and see for yourself the wonders that are achieved each day at the Lerner Jewish Community Day School.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Lerner Jewish Community Day School cost?

Lerner Jewish Community Day School's tuition is approximately $18,000 for private students.

When is the application deadline for Lerner Jewish Community Day School?

The application deadline for Lerner Jewish Community Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Lerner Jewish Community Day School located?

Lerner Jewish Community Day School is located in the Duke Forest neighborhood of Durham, NC. There are 1 other private schools located in Duke Forest.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 5/17/2016

Great school! My children are having a wonderful experience here, with outstanding academics, amazing teachers and a strong and vibrant Jewish community. I couldn't imagine sending my kids anywhere else!

- Posted by Parent - suspr

5 2/26/2016

In all the years my family has been a part of the Lerner School community we have only experienced a school that is wholly committed to its love of Israel and its mission to instill strong Jewish identity and values in our children. In addition to excellent general academics, our children participate in daily Hebrew instruction, Judaic Studies, and Tefillah. Over the years Lerner School faculty and personnel have been completely dedicated to helping our children become proud, active, compassionate, and charitable members of our local and global Jewish community. We are delighted that such as school exists in our community.

- Posted by Parent - g.dic

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The average private school tuition in Durham, NC is $17,894 for elementary schools and $22,601 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Durham, NC is 68% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).