Fostering academic excellence through individual attention while developing strong Jewish values and identities. Community Preschool and Kindergarten, Jewish Day School grades 1-8.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
171 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Akiba-schechter Jewish Day School?
The application deadline for Akiba-schechter Jewish Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Akiba-schechter Jewish Day School located?
Akiba-schechter Jewish Day School is located in the East Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 2 other private schools located in East Hyde Park.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Akiba-schechter Jewish Day School is Futureworld Nfp (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Thomas The Apostle (0.6 miles away)
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Grades: K-9 | 54 students 0.4 miles 1744 E 55th St
Chicago, IL 60615
(312) 719-4907
Chicago, IL 60615
(312) 719-4907
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K-9
54
Grades: PK-8 | 307 students 0.6 miles 5467 S Woodlawn Ave
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 667-1142
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 667-1142
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PK-8
307
Grades: PK-8 | 237 students 0.7 miles 4770 S Dorchester Ave
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 924-2356
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 924-2356
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PK-8
237
Grades: PK-12 | 2,224 students 1 miles 1362 E 59th Street
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 702-9450
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 702-9450
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PK-12
2,224
Hales Franciscan High School
All-boys (Catholic)
Grades: 9 | 9 students 1.1 miles 4930 S Cottage Grove Ave
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 285-8400
Chicago, IL 60615
(773) 285-8400
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