Cheder Lubavitch Hebrew Day School seeks to offer its students the warmth and love of the traditional Yiddishe cheder, while utilizing modern technology and teaching techniques.
Since its founding with five students in 1979, the school's separate programs for boys and girls (Pre-K-8) have provided an integrated religious and secular education under the guidance of highly qualified teachers in both arenas.
The guiding philosophy of Cheder Lubavitch holds that in the innocence and sincerity of children there is the immeasurable potential for goodness, for leadership, and for appreciation of the sanctity of life.
To guide each child with clear moral direction is every teacher's focus, stressing the values that suffuse all that is cherished in our tradition.
Students are shown that secular and religious education can be compatible and learn that a Jew may lead a traditional Jewish life without compromise, even in a secular environment.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Yearly Tuition: $14,500
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Cheder Lubavitch Hebrew Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
School Motto
'Every Child Deserves to Receive a Complete and Authentic Jewish Education'
Student Body
Total Students
353 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$14,500
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Cheder Lubavitch Hebrew Day School cost?
Cheder Lubavitch Hebrew Day School's tuition is approximately $14,500 for private students.
What is Cheder Lubavitch Hebrew Day School's ranking?
Cheder Lubavitch Hebrew Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Cheder Lubavitch Hebrew Day School?
The application deadline for Cheder Lubavitch Hebrew Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Cheder Lubavitch Hebrew Day School located?
Cheder Lubavitch Hebrew Day School is located in the West Ridge neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 18 other private schools located in West Ridge.
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