Jack M Barrack Hebrew Academy

272 South Bryn Mawr Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA, 19010-0190
Tel: (610)922-2350
Grades: 6 - 12 | 289 students
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Founded in 1946 as Akiba Hebrew Academy, the school was renamed Jack M Barrack Hebrew Academy in 2007 and moved to a 35-acre campus and state-of-the art facilities in Bryn Mawr, PA in 2008. The oldest, coeducational, independent day school in North America, Barrack welcomes students from every spectrum of Jewish life and provides an outstanding education to students in grades 6-12. A dynamic dual curriculum of college preparatory and Jewish studies combines academic excellence with timeless Jewish values, inspiring our students to excel in learning, leading and life. Community service and a commitment to social justice are hallmarks of a Barrack education. A dedicated faculty motivates students to become critical thinkers and problem solvers, building skills and confidence and empowering them to pursue goals of higher education and positive involvement in the Jewish community and the community at large. Barrack graduates are prepared for the world, and our alumni play leading roles in all walks of life at home and around the world.

School Overview:
Jack M Barrack Hebrew Academy
School Membership(s) Other religious school association(s)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association
Religious Affiliation Jewish
Grades Offered Grades 6 - 12
Year Founded 1946
Student Body
Total Students 289 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $24,999
Tuition Notes Middle School Tuition: $22,900
% on Financial Aid 47%
Admissions Director Vivian Young
Admissions Associate Carey
Sports
Total Sports Offered 11 sports
Sports
Baseball Basketball
Cross Country Golf
Lacrosse Soccer
Softball Squash
Swimming Tennis
Track and Field

School Notes:

  • In addition to enjoying an excellent education, Barrack students can participate in 11 sports, fielding 18 teams, explore 45 clubs and extracurricular activities, and give back to the community through vital service and social action programs. A new trimester program expands electives in the performing arts ( instrumental, vocal, dramatic) and in the visual arts.

Nearby Schools:

Jack M Barrack Hebrew Academy
Gr. 6-12 | 0 mi. away
St Aloysius Academy
Gr. K-8 | 0.6 mi. away
Phebe Anna Thorne Kindergarten
Gr. K | 0.7 mi. away
KinderCare at Harcum College
Gr. Nursery School-PK | 0.9 mi. away
The Shipley School
Gr. PK-12 | 0.9 mi. away
KinderCare Learning Center
Gr. Nursery School-PK | 0.9 mi. away

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