Oakland Hebrew Day School
School Notes Overview:
Oakland Hebrew Day School is a modern Orthodox Jewish day school providing excellence in Jewish education to the entire Jewish community. Our focus is on the needs of the whole child, fostering a love of learning and a strong sense of Jewish identity. We place equal emphasis on Judaic and general studies, helping our students develop a solid academic foundation in each. We also recognize the significance of the State of Israel and its people, as well as a sense of responsibility for their welfare. As we educate our students to be knowledgeable and proud of who they are and where they came from, we inspire them to engage in a great world that enriches their intellectual, spiritual, and aesthetic identities. ...
School Overview:
Oakland Hebrew Day School |
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| School Membership(s) | National Association of Independent Schools | |
| Religious Affiliation | Jewish | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Kindergarten - 8 | |
| Programs for Learning Differences | Yes | |
| Learning Differences Supported | Full Time Resource Room on-site | |
| Year Founded | 1991 | |
| County | Alameda County, CA | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 150 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(CA) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 3% | 40% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Kind - 16 students | ||
| Grade 1 - 18 students | ||
| Grade 2 - 24 students | ||
| Grade 3 - 25 students | ||
| Grade 4 - 18 students | ||
| Grade 5 - 13 students | ||
| Grade 6 - 8 students | ||
| Grade 7 - 14 students | ||
| Grade 8 - 14 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 33 teachers | |
This School |
(CA) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | n/a | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 174 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 6 hours |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 30 / rolling | |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $16 | |
| Tuition Notes | Flexible tuition program and extended payment options available. | |
| % on Financial Aid | 47% | |
| Head of School | Mark Shinar | |
| Admissions Director | Melanie Marcus | |
School Notes:
- Oakland Hebrew Day School is a modern Orthodox Jewish day school providing excellence in Jewish education to the entire Jewish community. Our focus is on the needs of the whole child, fostering a love of learning and a strong sense of Jewish identity. We place equal emphasis on Judaic and general studies, helping our students develop a solid academic foundation in each. We also recognize the significance of the State of Israel and its people, as well as a sense of responsibility for their welfare. As we educate our students to be knowledgeable and proud of who they are and where they came from, we inspire them to engage in a great world that enriches their intellectual, spiritual, and aesthetic identities.
- Profile last updated: 11/11/2008
In the News:
- Oakland-based children's songwriter inspires 'Chills' this Halloween (Contra Costa Times)
posted on October 26, 2009 at 02:46:45 pm
Rockridge-based Ira Marlowe's CD offers thrills for kids, laughs for parents - Oakland-based children's songwriter inspires 'Chills' this Halloween (Lamorinda Sun)
posted on October 25, 2009 at 03:49:50 pm
Get "The Chills" this Halloween and get a glimpse into the mind of one spooky songwriter from Oakland. Ira Marlowe has compiled a CD of dark, edgy songs this trick-or-treat season, but these aren't the old standard "Monster Mash" tunes. - Music, dancing and food at Sukkot events (J Weekly)
posted on October 1, 2009 at 06:18:19 pm
Oakland Hebrew Day School will celebrate Sukkot with a communitywide celebration called Sukkahpalooza. The celebration of the harvest holiday will take place 6 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, at OHDS, 5500 Redwood Road, Oakland.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (94619) | School Zip (94619) |
(CA) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 24,501 people | 33,864,644 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 43% | 32% |
| Population Average Age | 37 years old | 33 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.7 persons | 2.8 persons |
| Median Household Income | $54,174 | $51,306 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 5.1 rooms | 4.8 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 61 years old | 41 years old |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 66% / 34% | 55% / 45% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- Northern Light - 145 students - 0.5 mi. away - view location
- Mountain Blvd Montessori Pre-school - 45 students - 0.6 mi. away - view location
- First Covenant Treehouse Preschool & Kindergarten - 124 students - 0.8 mi. away - view location
- Golden Gate Academy - 49 students - 0.8 mi. away - view location
- Julia Morgan School For Girls - 183 students - 0.9 mi. away - view location
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